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Tofu taco filling - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Tofu taco filling Recipe

Tofu taco filling has a low-calorie, low-carb, average-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium and Vitamin C.

The food contains 6.5g 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 7.8 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

However, the average fat content makes it suitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. 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 has an average density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet. It is also average in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat. It is also an average 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 91, for Tofu taco filling, and we advise that this food on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein33%
 Calories from Fat39%
 Calories from Carbs28%

Why this is good for you

  • High in Vitamin C
  • No Cholesterol
  • Low in Saturated Fat
  • Very high in Calcium

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A135 IU2.7%
Vitamin C15.9 mg26.5%
Vitamin D0 IU
Vitamin E0.16 mg0.53%
Thiamin0.09 mg6.3%
Riboflavin0.06 mg3.4%
Niacin0.3 mg1.5%
Vitamin B60.11 mg5.7%
Folate20.8 mcg5.2%
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.1 mg1%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium323 mg32.3%
Iron1.4 mg7.6%
Magnesium31.2 mg7.8%
Phosphorus99 mg9.9%
Potassium177.6 mg5.1%
Sodium136.1 mg5.7%
Zinc0.8 mg5.3%
Copper0.2 mg10.1%
Manganese0.6 mg30%
Selenium8.3 mcg11.8%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate6.5 g2.2%
Dietary Fiber1.7 g6.8%
Sugars0.7 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein7.8 g15.6%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat4.1 g6.3%
Saturated Fat0.6 g3%
Monounsaturated Fat0.9 g
Polyunsaturated Fat2.3 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 57 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 4.1 g 6.3%

Saturated Fat 0.6 g 3%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 136.1 mg 5.7%

Total Carbohydrates 6.5 g 2.2%

Dietary Fiber 1.7 g6.8%

Sugars 0.7 g

Protein 7.8 g 15.6%

Vitamin A 2.7% Vitamin C 26.5%

Calcium 32.3% Iron 7.6%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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