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Quick Tacos - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Quick Tacos Recipe

Quick Tacos has a high-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12, Vitamin C and Niacin.

The food contains 26.2g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low 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 29.3 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.

Not only that, the high fat content of this product makes it unsuitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. It's average MUFA and low PUFA.

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 4 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 very 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 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 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 41, for Quick Tacos, and we advise that this food in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein27%
 Calories from Fat48%
 Calories from Carbs25%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • Very high in Vitamin B6
  • Very high in Niacin
  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • High in Iron
  • Very high in Vitamin B12

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Cholesterol
  • Very high in Saturated Fat
  • Very high in Sodium

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A0.33 IU0.01%Bottom 30%Low
Retinol0 mcg
Vitamin C11.1 mg18.6%Top 30%High
Vitamin D2 IU0.5%Mid 40%Average
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin2.3 mg11.5%Top 30%High
Vitamin B60.33 mg16.4%Top 30%High
Folate5.9 mcg1.5%Bottom 30%Low
Folic Acid0 mcg
Vitamin B120.98 mcg16.4%Top 10%Very High
Pantothenic Acid0.33 mg3.3%Mid 40%Average

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium10.5 mg1%Bottom 30%Low
Iron1.3 mg7.3%Top 30%High
Magnesium11.1 mg2.8%Bottom 30%Low
Phosphorus89.8 mg9%Mid 40%Average
Potassium181 mg5.2%Mid 40%Average
Sodium543.9 mg22.7%Top 10%Very High
Zinc2.3 mg15.3%Top 10%Very High
Copper0 mg
Manganese0 mg
Selenium7.9 mcg11.2%Mid 40%Average

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate8.6 g2.9%Mid 40%Average
Dietary Fiber0.56 g2.2%Mid 40%Average
Sugars4.6 g
Glucose0.3 mg
Fructose0.3 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein9.6 g19.2%Top 30%High
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0.3 mg
Isoleucine0.3 mg
Leucine0.3 mg
Lysine0.7 mg
Methionine0.3 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0.3 mg
Tyrosine0.3 mg
Valine0.3 mg
Arginine0.7 mg
Histidine0.3 mg
Alanine0.7 mg
Aspartic Acid1 mg
Glutamic Acid1.3 mg
Glycine0.7 mg
Proline0.3 mg
Serine0.3 mg
Hydroxyproline0.3 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat7.4 g11.5%Mid 40%Average
Saturated Fat2.9 g14.6%Mid 40%Average
Monounsaturated Fat3.3 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.3 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash2 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 434 Calories from Fat 204

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 22.7 g 34.9%

Saturated Fat 8.9 g 44.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 102.8 mg 34.3%

Sodium 1658.9 mg 69.1%

Total Carbohydrates 26.2 g 8.7%

Dietary Fiber 1.7 g6.8%

Sugars 13.9 g

Protein 29.3 g 58.6%

Vitamin A 0% Vitamin C 56.7%

Calcium 3.2% Iron 22.2%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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