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Mexican Chili (Mild) - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Mexican Chili (Mild) Recipe

Mexican Chili (Mild) has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Vitamin C and Folate.

The food contains 30g 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. Its average sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 15 gms of protein, it is high 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. It's average 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.

It gives a good yield of Iron at 3.71 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. 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. Besides other nutrients, it is average 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 an average source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

It belongs to Mexican cuisine.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Mexican Chili (Mild) has been given a composite ranking of 72, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein23%
 Calories from Fat30%
 Calories from Carbs47%

Why this is good for you

  • High in Protein
  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • Very high in Dietary Fiber
  • High in Iron
  • High in Folate

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Sodium

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A355 IU7.1%
Vitamin C19 mg31.7%
Vitamin D0 IU
Vitamin E1.1 mg3.6%
Thiamin0.21 mg14%
Riboflavin0.26 mg15.3%
Niacin3.4 mg16.9%
Vitamin B60.27 mg13.5%
Folate86.8 mcg21.7%
Vitamin B120.88 mcg14.7%
Pantothenic Acid0.52 mg5.2%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium75 mg7.5%
Iron3.7 mg20.6%
Magnesium60.8 mg15.2%
Phosphorus208 mg20.8%
Potassium786.4 mg22.5%
Sodium894.6 mg37.3%
Zinc2.4 mg16.1%
Copper0.34 mg16.9%
Manganese0.46 mg23.1%
Selenium8.6 mcg12.3%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate30 g10%
Dietary Fiber10.2 g40.8%
Sugars5.8 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein15 g30%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat8.5 g13.1%
Saturated Fat3.2 g16%
Monounsaturated Fat3.5 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.7 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 251 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 8.5 g 13.1%

Saturated Fat 3.2 g 16%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 28.4 mg 9.5%

Sodium 894.6 mg 37.3%

Total Carbohydrates 30 g 10%

Dietary Fiber 10.2 g40.8%

Sugars 5.8 g

Protein 15 g 30%

Vitamin A 7.1% Vitamin C 31.7%

Calcium 7.5% Iron 20.6%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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