Chorizo Taquitos has a average-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and high-protein content.
The food contains 15g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low in complex carbs and low in Simple carbs. Carbs are our primary source of energy but its source should be chosen with utmost care. Complex carbs are a more desirable addition to your diet, where as simple carbs should be consumed in moderation as it is very easily broken down, assimilated and absorbed in the body. Its sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 14 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
Not only that, the high fat content of this product makes it unsuitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight.
While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has a high density of Sodium, it is unsuitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet.
Based on the composite nutritive standing Chorizo Taquitos has been given a composite ranking of 35, and in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 19% | |
Calories from Fat | 61% | |
Calories from Carbs | 20% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 100 mg | 10% | ||
Iron | 1.8 mg | 10% | ||
Potassium | 330 mg | 9.4% | ||
Sodium | 930 mg | 38.8% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 15 g | 5% | ||
Dietary Fiber | 2 g | 8% | ||
Sugars | 2 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 14 g | 28% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 20 g | 30.8% | ||
Saturated Fat | 8 g | 40% |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 300 Calories from Fat 180
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 20 g 30.8%
Saturated Fat 8 g 40%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 45 mg 15%
Sodium 930 mg 38.8%
Total Carbohydrates 15 g 5%
Dietary Fiber 2 g8%
Sugars 2 g
Protein 14 g 28%
Vitamin A 4% Vitamin C 2%
Calcium 10% Iron 10%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 80
Protein 4 g | Carbs 7 g | Fat 4 g
Per Serving | Calories 490
Protein 26 g | Carbs 8 g | Fat 38 g
Per Serving | Calories 700
Protein 7 g | Carbs 87 g | Fat 39 g
Per Serving | Calories 430
Protein 14 g | Carbs 32 g | Fat 28 g