Easy Taco Salad 2 has a very high-calorie, average-carb, very high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12, Vitamin C, Thiamin, Riboflavin and Niacin.
The food contains 48.7g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average in complex carbs and average 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. With 31.5 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.
Because of its very high fat content, it could be unsuitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. It's average MUFA and high PUFA. In terms of Polyunsaturated Fat content it is ranked in the top 10% of all food items.
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 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 a high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.
It belongs to Mexican cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Side Dish.
Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 55, for Easy Taco Salad 2, and we advise that this food in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 18% | |
Calories from Fat | 53% | |
Calories from Carbs | 28% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 2.6 IU | 0.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
Retinol | 1 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 8.3 mg | 13.9% | Top 30% | High |
Vitamin D | 3.6 IU | 0.9% | Mid 40% | Average |
Thiamin | 0.52 mg | 34.7% | Top 10% | Very High |
Riboflavin | 0.52 mg | 30.6% | Top 10% | Very High |
Niacin | 3.6 mg | 18.2% | Top 30% | High |
Vitamin B6 | 0.52 mg | 26% | Top 10% | Very High |
Folate | 38 mcg | 9.5% | Top 30% | High |
Folic Acid | 0 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 1 mcg | 17.4% | Top 10% | Very High |
Pantothenic Acid | 0.52 mg | 5.2% | Top 30% | High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Calcium | 84.4 mg | 8.4% | Top 30% | High |
Iron | 2.6 mg | 14.5% | Top 10% | Very High |
Magnesium | 49.5 mg | 12.4% | Top 10% | Very High |
Phosphorus | 195.8 mg | 19.6% | Top 30% | High |
Potassium | 462 mg | 13.2% | Top 10% | Very High |
Sodium | 526.3 mg | 21.9% | Top 30% | High |
Zinc | 3.6 mg | 24.3% | Top 10% | Very High |
Copper | 0 mg | |||
Manganese | 0.52 mg | 26% | Top 30% | High |
Selenium | 12 mcg | 17.1% | Top 30% | High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 25.4 g | 8.5% | Top 30% | High |
Dietary Fiber | 4 g | 15.8% | Top 10% | Very High |
Sugars | 5.4 g | |||
Glucose | 1.6 mg | |||
Fructose | 1.6 mg | |||
Lactose | 0 mg | |||
Maltose | 0 mg | |||
Galactose | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 16.4 g | 32.8% | Top 10% | Very High |
Tryptophan | 0 mg | |||
Threonine | 0.5 mg | |||
Isoleucine | 0.5 mg | |||
Leucine | 0.5 mg | |||
Lysine | 1 mg | |||
Methionine | 0.5 mg | |||
Cystine | 0 mg | |||
Phenylalanine | 0.5 mg | |||
Tyrosine | 0.5 mg | |||
Valine | 1 mg | |||
Arginine | 1 mg | |||
Histidine | 0.5 mg | |||
Alanine | 1 mg | |||
Aspartic Acid | 1.6 mg | |||
Glutamic Acid | 2.6 mg | |||
Glycine | 1 mg | |||
Proline | 0 mg | |||
Serine | 0.5 mg | |||
Hydroxyproline | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Total Fat | 21.1 g | 32.5% | Top 30% | High |
Saturated Fat | 4.5 g | 22.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
Monounsaturated Fat | 6.8 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 7.3 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Alcohol | 0 g | |||
Ash | 2.6 g | |||
Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
Theobromine | 0 mg |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 676 Calories from Fat 364
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 40.5 g 62.3%
Saturated Fat 8.7 g 43.5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 85.9 mg 28.6%
Sodium 1010.5 mg 42.1%
Total Carbohydrates 48.7 g 16.2%
Dietary Fiber 7.6 g30.4%
Sugars 10.3 g
Protein 31.5 g 63%
Vitamin A 0.1% Vitamin C 26.7%
Calcium 16.2% Iron 27.8%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 163
Protein 8.9 g | Carbs 4.8 g | Fat 12.2 g
Per Serving | Calories 474
Protein 1.1 g | Carbs 4.3 g | Fat 49.8 g
Per Serving | Calories 174
Protein 8.3 g | Carbs 11.4 g | Fat 11 g
Per Serving | Calories 167
Protein 4.9 g | Carbs 12.9 g | Fat 11.3 g
Per Serving | Calories 280
Protein 9.9 g | Carbs 41.2 g | Fat 10.3 g
Per Serving | Calories 120
Protein 4.6 g | Carbs 17.5 g | Fat 4.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 246
Protein 4.4 g | Carbs 4.6 g | Fat 23.8 g