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Taco Meatballs - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Taco Meatballs Recipe

Taco Meatballs has a average-calorie, low-carb, high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin B12.

The food contains 0.5g 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 19.6 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 high fat content, it could be unsuitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. It's average MUFA and low PUFA. It is also ranked in the top 10 percentile in terms of its Monounsaturated Fat content, which are considered among "good fats".

It has an average density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a 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.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Taco Meatballs has been given a composite ranking of 10, and sparingly.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein32%
 Calories from Fat68%
 Calories from Carbs1%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • Very high in Vitamin B12

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Cholesterol
  • Very high in Saturated Fat

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietHIGH
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A898.6 IU18%Top 10%Very High
Retinol107.1 mcg
Vitamin C2.9 mg4.8%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin D22.9 IU5.7%Top 10%Very High
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin4.3 mg21.4%Top 30%High
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate20 mcg5%Mid 40%Average
Folic Acid0 mcg
Vitamin B122.9 mcg47.6%Top 10%Very High
Pantothenic Acid1.4 mg14.3%Top 10%Very High

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium258.6 mg25.9%Top 10%Very High
Iron2.9 mg15.9%Top 10%Very High
Magnesium28.6 mg7.1%Top 30%High
Phosphorus361.4 mg36.1%Top 10%Very High
Potassium345.7 mg9.9%Top 10%Very High
Sodium285.7 mg11.9%Mid 40%Average
Zinc5.7 mg38.1%Top 10%Very High
Copper0 mg
Manganese0 mg
Selenium24.3 mcg34.7%Top 10%Very High

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate0.71 g0.24%Bottom 10%Very Low
Dietary Fiber0 g
Sugars0.3 g
Glucose0 mg
Fructose0 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein28 g56%Top 10%Very High
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine1.4 mg
Isoleucine1.4 mg
Leucine1.4 mg
Lysine2.9 mg
Methionine1.4 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine1.4 mg
Tyrosine1.4 mg
Valine1.4 mg
Arginine1.4 mg
Histidine1.4 mg
Alanine1.4 mg
Aspartic Acid2.9 mg
Glutamic Acid4.3 mg
Glycine1.4 mg
Proline0 mg
Serine1.4 mg
Hydroxyproline0 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat26.7 g41.1%Top 10%Very High
Saturated Fat12.9 g64.3%Top 10%Very High
Monounsaturated Fat10 g
Polyunsaturated Fat1.4 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash4.3 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 253 Calories from Fat 168

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 18.7 g 28.8%

Saturated Fat 9 g 45%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 112.3 mg 37.4%

Sodium 200 mg 8.3%

Total Carbohydrates 0.5 g 0.17%

Dietary Fiber 0 g

Sugars 0.2 g

Protein 19.6 g 39.2%

Vitamin A 12.6% Vitamin C 3.3%

Calcium 18.1% Iron 11.1%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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