El Pollo Loco - Macaroni & Cheese has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and average-protein content.
The food contains 17.96g 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. With 7.05 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
Moreover, the average fat content makes it suitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan.
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.
It belongs to American cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.
Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 19, for El Pollo Loco - Macaroni & Cheese, and we advise that this food sparingly.
Calorie Breakdown
| Calories from Protein | 14% | |
| Calories from Fat | 50% | |
| Calories from Carbs | 36% |
Why this is good for you
- High in Protein
Why this is bad for you
- Very high in Saturated Fat
- Very high in Sodium
Mineral Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sodium | 493.8 mg | 20.6% | Top 30% | High |
Carbohydrate Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrate | 18 g | 6% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Dietary Fiber | 0 g | |||
| Sugars | 1.9 g |
Protein Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Protein | 7.1 g | 14.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
Fat Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 10.9 g | 16.8% | Top 30% | High |
| Saturated Fat | 7.1 g | 35.3% | Top 30% | High |
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Nutrition Facts
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 280 Calories from Fat 153
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 17 g 26.2%
Saturated Fat 11 g 55%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 55 mg 18.3%
Sodium 770 mg 32.1%
Total Carbohydrates 28 g 9.3%
Dietary Fiber 0 g
Sugars 3 g
Protein 11 g 22%
Vitamin A Vitamin C
Calcium Iron
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
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