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Tortilla Pizzas - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Tortilla Pizzas Recipe

Tortilla Pizzas has a very high-calorie, very high-carb, high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Iron, Vitamin B12, Thiamin, Riboflavin, Niacin and Folate.

The food contains 77.9g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is very 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 40.7 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.

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 average PUFA.

It gives a good yield of Iron at 6 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 very high density of Sodium, it is unsuitable if you are aiming for a healthy, 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 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.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Tortilla Pizzas has been given a composite ranking of 15, and sparingly.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein23%
 Calories from Fat34%
 Calories from Carbs43%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • Very high in Niacin
  • Very high in Riboflavin
  • Very high in Thiamin
  • High in Dietary Fiber
  • Very high in Calcium

Why this is bad for you

  • High in Cholesterol
  • Very high in Saturated Fat
  • Very high in Sodium

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietAVERAGE

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A564.4 IU11.3%Top 10%Very High
Retinol60.6 mcg
Vitamin C6.3 mg10.4%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin D17.5 IU4.4%Top 30%High
Thiamin0.63 mg41.7%Top 10%Very High
Riboflavin0.63 mg36.8%Top 10%Very High
Niacin5.6 mg28.1%Top 10%Very High
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate115.6 mcg28.9%Top 10%Very High
Folic Acid80.6 mcg
Vitamin B121.3 mcg20.8%Top 10%Very High
Pantothenic Acid0.63 mg6.3%Top 30%High

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium316.3 mg31.6%Top 10%Very High
Iron3.8 mg20.8%Top 10%Very High
Magnesium40.6 mg10.2%Top 10%Very High
Phosphorus346.9 mg34.7%Top 10%Very High
Potassium419.4 mg12%Top 10%Very High
Sodium1464.7 mg61%Top 10%Very High
Zinc2.5 mg16.7%Top 10%Very High
Copper0 mg
Manganese0.63 mg31.3%Top 10%Very High
Selenium33.8 mcg48.2%Top 10%Very High

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate48.7 g16.2%Top 10%Very High
Dietary Fiber3.6 g14.5%Top 10%Very High
Sugars3.2 g
Glucose0 mg
Fructose0 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein25.4 g50.9%Top 10%Very High
Tryptophan0.6 mg
Threonine1.3 mg
Isoleucine1.3 mg
Leucine1.3 mg
Lysine1.3 mg
Methionine0.6 mg
Cystine0.6 mg
Phenylalanine1.3 mg
Tyrosine0.6 mg
Valine1.3 mg
Arginine1.3 mg
Histidine0.6 mg
Alanine1.3 mg
Aspartic Acid1.9 mg
Glutamic Acid5.6 mg
Glycine1.3 mg
Proline1.9 mg
Serine1.3 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat17.3 g26.5%Top 30%High
Saturated Fat7.1 g35.6%Top 30%High
Monounsaturated Fat6.9 g
Polyunsaturated Fat1.9 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash5 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 731 Calories from Fat 249

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 27.6 g 42.5%

Saturated Fat 11.4 g 57%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 80.8 mg 26.9%

Sodium 2343.5 mg 97.6%

Total Carbohydrates 77.9 g 26%

Dietary Fiber 5.8 g23.2%

Sugars 5.1 g

Protein 40.7 g 81.4%

Vitamin A 18.1% Vitamin C 16.7%

Calcium 50.6% Iron 33.3%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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