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Mexican Salsa - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Mexican Salsa Recipe

Mexican Salsa Recipe has a average-calorie, low-carb, average-fat and low-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin A and Vitamin C.

The food contains 6g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low 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 low sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 2 gms of protein, it is low in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Not only that, the average fat content of this product makes it suitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. A quick glance at the fat profile reveals that it is average in saturated fats and low in trans 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 has a very high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a low-sodium diet.

It belongs to Mexican cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Mexican Salsa Recipe has been given a composite ranking of 17, and sparingly.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein8%
 Calories from Fat69%
 Calories from Carbs23%

Why this is good for you

  • High in Vitamin A
  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • Low in Cholesterol

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Sodium

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A1500 IU30%
Vitamin C24 mg40%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium20 mg2%
Iron0.36 mg2%
Potassium350 mg10%
Sodium1210 mg50.4%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate6 g2%
Dietary Fiber2 g8%
Sugars4 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein2 g4%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat8 g12.3%
Saturated Fat3 g15%
Total Trans Fatty Acids0 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 100 Calories from Fat 80

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 8 g 12.3%

Saturated Fat 3 g 15%

Trans Fat 0 g

Cholesterol 10 mg 3.3%

Sodium 1210 mg 50.4%

Total Carbohydrates 6 g 2%

Dietary Fiber 2 g8%

Sugars 4 g

Protein 2 g 4%

Vitamin A 30% Vitamin C 40%

Calcium 2% Iron 2%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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