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delicious taco salad - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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delicious taco salad Recipe

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.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein22%
 Calories from Fat55%
 Calories from Carbs23%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • High in Vitamin B6
  • High in Niacin
  • Very high in Vitamin A
  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • High in Riboflavin

Why this is bad for you

  • High in Cholesterol
  • Very high in Saturated Fat
  • High in Sodium

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A2685 IU53.7%
Vitamin C30.6 mg51%
Vitamin D2.4 IU0.6%
Vitamin E2.2 mg7.5%
Thiamin0.36 mg23.7%
Riboflavin0.43 mg25.1%
Niacin5.4 mg27%
Vitamin B60.48 mg24.2%
Folate263.2 mcg65.8%
Vitamin B121.9 mcg32.1%
Pantothenic Acid1.4 mg13.5%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium236 mg23.6%
Iron5.5 mg30.5%
Magnesium94.4 mg23.6%
Phosphorus374 mg37.4%
Potassium1 mg0%
Sodium672.8 mg28%
Zinc5 mg33.1%
Copper0.53 mg26.4%
Manganese0.95 mg47.4%
Selenium16.2 mcg23.2%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate29 g9.7%
Dietary Fiber11.9 g47.6%
Sugars0.1 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein27.4 g54.8%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat30.4 g46.8%
Saturated Fat11.5 g57.5%
Monounsaturated Fat13.8 g
Polyunsaturated Fat2 g

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Nutrition Facts

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

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