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Tofu Tacos I - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Tofu Tacos I Recipe

Tofu Tacos I has a average-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Iron, Niacin and Folate.

The food contains 20.2g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average 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 11 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 gives a good yield of Iron at 3.78 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 an average density of Sodium, it is suitable 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 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 77, for Tofu Tacos I, and we advise that this food in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein15%
 Calories from Fat57%
 Calories from Carbs28%

Why this is good for you

  • High in Protein
  • High in Niacin
  • Low in Cholesterol
  • Very high in Calcium
  • High in Iron
  • Very high in Folate

Why this is bad for you

  • High in Saturated Fat

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A1000 IU20%
Vitamin C12 mg20%
Thiamin0.27 mg18%
Niacin5.2 mg26%
Vitamin B60.34 mg17%
Folate136 mcg34%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium320 mg32%
Iron3.8 mg21%
Magnesium84 mg21%
Potassium487 mg13.9%
Sodium382 mg15.9%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate20.2 g6.7%
Dietary Fiber4.6 g18.4%
Sugars3.5 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein11 g22%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat18.3 g28.2%
Saturated Fat5.3 g26.5%

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 278 Calories from Fat 165

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 18.3 g 28.2%

Saturated Fat 5.3 g 26.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 15 mg 5%

Sodium 382 mg 15.9%

Total Carbohydrates 20.2 g 6.7%

Dietary Fiber 4.6 g18.4%

Sugars 3.5 g

Protein 11 g 22%

Vitamin A 20% Vitamin C 20%

Calcium 32% Iron 21%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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