delicious taco salad has a high-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Iron, Vitamin A, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12, Vitamin C, Thiamin, Riboflavin, Niacin and Folate.
The food contains 29g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average 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 27.4 gms of protein, it is very high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
However, the high fat content makes it unsuitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. It's high MUFA and low PUFA. In terms of Polyunsaturated Fat content it is ranked in the bottom 20% of all food items. It is also ranked in the bottom 20 percentile in terms of its Monounsaturated Fat content, which are considered among "good fats".
It a good source of Vitamin B6 and Vitamin B12.It is also rich in Vitamin C, whose benefits include, but are not limited to protection against immune system deficiencies, cardiovascular disease, prenatal health problems, eye disease, and even skin wrinkling.
It gives a good yield of Iron at 5.49 gms/ serving, and should be included in an Iron rich diet. Iron is essential to help carry oxygen from the lungs to the muscles and other organs, and is especially helpful for pregnant women. It has a high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a low-sodium diet. Besides other nutrients, it is high in Magnesium, which is an essential micronutrient needed to keep muscle and nerve functioning normal and heart beat rhythmic. It also helps to support a healthy immune system, and keeps bones strong. It is also high in Selenium, an important antioxidant especially in combination with Vitamin E. Given that this is also average in Vitamin E, it is qualifies as good food source.
It belongs to Mexican cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Side Dish.
Based on the composite nutritive standing delicious taco salad has been given a composite ranking of 71, and in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 22% | |
Calories from Fat | 55% | |
Calories from Carbs | 23% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Vitamin A | 2685 IU | 53.7% | ||
Vitamin C | 30.6 mg | 51% | ||
Vitamin D | 2.4 IU | 0.6% | ||
Vitamin E | 2.2 mg | 7.5% | ||
Thiamin | 0.36 mg | 23.7% | ||
Riboflavin | 0.43 mg | 25.1% | ||
Niacin | 5.4 mg | 27% | ||
Vitamin B6 | 0.48 mg | 24.2% | ||
Folate | 263.2 mcg | 65.8% | ||
Vitamin B12 | 1.9 mcg | 32.1% | ||
Pantothenic Acid | 1.4 mg | 13.5% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 236 mg | 23.6% | ||
Iron | 5.5 mg | 30.5% | ||
Magnesium | 94.4 mg | 23.6% | ||
Phosphorus | 374 mg | 37.4% | ||
Potassium | 1 mg | 0% | ||
Sodium | 672.8 mg | 28% | ||
Zinc | 5 mg | 33.1% | ||
Copper | 0.53 mg | 26.4% | ||
Manganese | 0.95 mg | 47.4% | ||
Selenium | 16.2 mcg | 23.2% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 29 g | 9.7% | ||
Dietary Fiber | 11.9 g | 47.6% | ||
Sugars | 0.1 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 27.4 g | 54.8% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 30.4 g | 46.8% | ||
Saturated Fat | 11.5 g | 57.5% | ||
Monounsaturated Fat | 13.8 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 2 g |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 490 Calories from Fat 0
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 30.4 g 46.8%
Saturated Fat 11.5 g 57.5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 76.5 mg 25.5%
Sodium 672.8 mg 28%
Total Carbohydrates 29 g 9.7%
Dietary Fiber 11.9 g47.6%
Sugars 0.1 g
Protein 27.4 g 54.8%
Vitamin A 53.7% Vitamin C 51%
Calcium 23.6% Iron 30.5%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 417
Protein 29.1 g | Carbs 5.7 g | Fat 30.3 g
Per Serving | Calories 295
Protein 17.8 g | Carbs 3.5 g | Fat 22.9 g
Per Serving | Calories 254
Protein 17.8 g | Carbs 27.3 g | Fat 9.2 g
Per Serving | Calories 335
Protein 15.5 g | Carbs 29.4 g | Fat 18 g
Per Serving | Calories 564
Protein 41 g | Carbs 16.3 g | Fat 33.5 g
Per Serving | Calories 120
Protein 11.2 g | Carbs 14.3 g | Fat 3.4 g
Per Serving | Calories 98
Protein 10 g | Carbs 6.8 g | Fat 3.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 263
Protein 29 g | Carbs 7.6 g | Fat 12.5 g