The Best Enchiladas has a very high-calorie, high-carb, very high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Iron, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12, Vitamin C, Riboflavin and Niacin.
The food contains 70g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is high 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 61.6 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 very high fat content of this product makes it unsuitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. It's average MUFA and average 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 8 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. It has a very high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a 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 is also a very 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 38, for The Best Enchiladas, and we advise that this food in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 28% | |
Calories from Fat | 40% | |
Calories from Carbs | 32% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 0.29 IU | 0.01% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Retinol | 1 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 2.5 mg | 4.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
Vitamin D | 1 IU | 0.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Thiamin | 0 mg | |||
Riboflavin | 0.14 mg | 8.5% | Top 30% | High |
Niacin | 1.4 mg | 7.2% | Mid 40% | Average |
Vitamin B6 | 0.14 mg | 7.2% | Top 30% | High |
Folate | 4.9 mcg | 1.2% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Folic Acid | 0 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 0.72 mcg | 12.1% | Top 30% | High |
Pantothenic Acid | 0.29 mg | 2.9% | Mid 40% | Average |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Calcium | 98.8 mg | 9.9% | Top 30% | High |
Iron | 1.2 mg | 6.4% | Mid 40% | Average |
Magnesium | 19.4 mg | 4.8% | Mid 40% | Average |
Phosphorus | 0.14 mg | 0.01% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Potassium | 0.14 mg | 0% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Sodium | 493.6 mg | 20.6% | Top 30% | High |
Zinc | 2.3 mg | 15.4% | Top 10% | Very High |
Copper | 0 mg | |||
Manganese | 0.14 mg | 7.2% | Mid 40% | Average |
Selenium | 5.9 mcg | 8.5% | Mid 40% | Average |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 10.1 g | 3.4% | Mid 40% | Average |
Dietary Fiber | 1.3 g | 5% | Mid 40% | Average |
Sugars | 2.3 g | |||
Glucose | 0.4 mg | |||
Fructose | 0.3 mg | |||
Lactose | 0 mg | |||
Maltose | 0 mg | |||
Galactose | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Protein | 8.9 g | 17.8% | Top 30% | High |
Tryptophan | 0 mg | |||
Threonine | 0.3 mg | |||
Isoleucine | 0.3 mg | |||
Leucine | 0.3 mg | |||
Lysine | 0.4 mg | |||
Methionine | 0.1 mg | |||
Cystine | 0 mg | |||
Phenylalanine | 0.3 mg | |||
Tyrosine | 0.1 mg | |||
Valine | 0.3 mg | |||
Arginine | 0.3 mg | |||
Histidine | 0.1 mg | |||
Alanine | 0.3 mg | |||
Aspartic Acid | 0.6 mg | |||
Glutamic Acid | 1 mg | |||
Glycine | 0.3 mg | |||
Proline | 0 mg | |||
Serine | 0.3 mg | |||
Hydroxyproline | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 5.8 g | 8.9% | Mid 40% | Average |
Saturated Fat | 3 g | 14.8% | Mid 40% | Average |
Monounsaturated Fat | 1.6 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Alcohol | 0 g | |||
Ash | 2.3 g | |||
Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
Theobromine | 0 mg |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 877 Calories from Fat 358
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 39.8 g 61.2%
Saturated Fat 20.5 g 102.5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 189.9 mg 63.3%
Sodium 3411 mg 142.1%
Total Carbohydrates 70 g 23.3%
Dietary Fiber 8.7 g34.8%
Sugars 15.8 g
Protein 61.6 g 123.2%
Vitamin A 0% Vitamin C 28.3%
Calcium 68.3% Iron 44.4%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 208
Protein 6.3 g | Carbs 26.6 g | Fat 8.8 g
Per Serving | Calories 101
Protein 2.2 g | Carbs 11.5 g | Fat 6.2 g
Per Serving | Calories 97
Protein 4.9 g | Carbs 12.5 g | Fat 3.7 g
Per Serving | Calories 108
Protein 7.5 g | Carbs 11 g | Fat 4.3 g
Per Serving | Calories 149
Protein 1.8 g | Carbs 5.8 g | Fat 14 g
Per Serving | Calories 145
Protein 11.7 g | Carbs 15.1 g | Fat 4.7 g
Per Serving | Calories 123
Protein 4.4 g | Carbs 15.7 g | Fat 5.2 g