salad taco has a average-calorie, high-carb, average-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Vitamin A, Vitamin C and Folate.
The food contains 52.9g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is high 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 15.1 gms of protein, it is 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.
It gives a good yield of Iron at 3.92 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 high 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 belongs to Mexican cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Side Dish.
Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 84, for salad taco, and we advise that this food on a regular basis.
Calories from Protein | 18% | |
Calories from Fat | 21% | |
Calories from Carbs | 62% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Vitamin A | 5135 IU | 102.7% | ||
Vitamin C | 74.8 mg | 124.6% | ||
Vitamin D | 0 IU | |||
Vitamin E | 1.1 mg | 3.7% | ||
Thiamin | 0.26 mg | 17% | ||
Riboflavin | 0.16 mg | 9.5% | ||
Niacin | 1.6 mg | 8.2% | ||
Vitamin B6 | 0.26 mg | 13.1% | ||
Folate | 195.6 mcg | 48.9% | ||
Vitamin B12 | 0 mcg | |||
Pantothenic Acid | 0.57 mg | 5.7% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 176 mg | 17.6% | ||
Iron | 3.9 mg | 21.8% | ||
Magnesium | 93.6 mg | 23.4% | ||
Phosphorus | 162 mg | 16.2% | ||
Potassium | 673.3 mg | 19.2% | ||
Sodium | 514.9 mg | 21.5% | ||
Zinc | 1.3 mg | 8.6% | ||
Copper | 0.35 mg | 17.6% | ||
Manganese | 0.78 mg | 38.8% | ||
Selenium | 1.8 mcg | 2.5% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 52.9 g | 17.6% | ||
Dietary Fiber | 11 g | 44% | ||
Sugars | 0.2 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 15.1 g | 30.2% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 7.9 g | 12.2% | ||
Saturated Fat | 3.2 g | 16% | ||
Monounsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.6 g |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 321 Calories from Fat 0
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 7.9 g 12.2%
Saturated Fat 3.2 g 16%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 12.5 mg 4.2%
Sodium 514.9 mg 21.5%
Total Carbohydrates 52.9 g 17.6%
Dietary Fiber 11 g44%
Sugars 0.2 g
Protein 15.1 g 30.2%
Vitamin A 102.7% Vitamin C 124.6%
Calcium 17.6% Iron 21.8%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 119
Protein 4.3 g | Carbs 20.7 g | Fat 2.5 g
Per Serving | Calories 243
Protein 9.3 g | Carbs 38.6 g | Fat 8.2 g
Per Serving | Calories 157
Protein 9.8 g | Carbs 26 g | Fat 3.2 g
Per Serving | Calories 439
Protein 10.4 g | Carbs 64.9 g | Fat 16.2 g
Per Serving | Calories 388
Protein 18.1 g | Carbs 67 g | Fat 11.5 g
Per Serving | Calories 87
Protein 2.7 g | Carbs 15 g | Fat 2.8 g
Per Serving | Calories 64
Protein 1.6 g | Carbs 10.4 g | Fat 0.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 68
Protein 5.8 g | Carbs 8.1 g | Fat 0.2 g