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Mediterranean Turkey Tacos - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Mediterranean Turkey Tacos Recipe

Mediterranean Turkey Tacos has a high-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin A and Vitamin C.

The food contains 40.3g 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 35.5 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 average fat content, it could be suitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. It's low 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 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.

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 is also average in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat. It is also a high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

It belongs to Mediterranean 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 64, for Mediterranean Turkey Tacos, and we advise that this food in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein37%
 Calories from Fat22%
 Calories from Carbs42%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • High in Vitamin A
  • High in Vitamin C
  • High in Dietary Fiber

Why this is bad for you

  • High in Sodium

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A1110 IU22.2%
Vitamin C13.5 mg22.5%
Vitamin D0 IU
Vitamin E1 mg3.3%
Thiamin0.29 mg19.2%
Riboflavin0.23 mg13.4%
Niacin2.4 mg12%
Vitamin B60.32 mg16.2%
Folate54.8 mcg13.7%
Vitamin B120.25 mcg4.2%
Pantothenic Acid0.86 mg8.6%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium101 mg10.1%
Iron3.3 mg18.5%
Magnesium61.2 mg15.3%
Phosphorus191 mg19.1%
Potassium309.4 mg8.8%
Sodium599.1 mg25%
Zinc1.6 mg10.6%
Copper0.26 mg13%
Manganese1.3 mg64.4%
Selenium30.9 mcg44.2%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate40.3 g13.4%
Dietary Fiber5.8 g23.2%
Sugars0.1 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein35.5 g71%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat9.4 g14.5%
Saturated Fat3.4 g17%
Monounsaturated Fat2.9 g
Polyunsaturated Fat1.3 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 375 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 9.4 g 14.5%

Saturated Fat 3.4 g 17%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 58.4 mg 19.5%

Sodium 599.1 mg 25%

Total Carbohydrates 40.3 g 13.4%

Dietary Fiber 5.8 g23.2%

Sugars 0.1 g

Protein 35.5 g 71%

Vitamin A 22.2% Vitamin C 22.5%

Calcium 10.1% Iron 18.5%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Source: http://recipes.sparkpeople.com/recipe-calories.asp?recipe=602912 Embed Table:

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