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Tuna quesadilla - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Tuna quesadilla Recipe

Tuna quesadilla has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin B12 and Niacin.

The food contains 24.4g 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 low sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 20.3 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Not only that, the average fat content of this product makes it suitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. 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 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 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 66, for Tuna quesadilla, and we advise that this food in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein32%
 Calories from Fat28%
 Calories from Carbs39%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • Very high in Niacin
  • High in Vitamin B12

Why this is bad for you

  • High in Saturated Fat

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A790 IU15.8%
Vitamin C0.66 mg1.1%
Vitamin D1.2 IU0.3%
Vitamin E0.78 mg2.6%
Thiamin0.08 mg5.1%
Riboflavin0.12 mg7.1%
Niacin8.4 mg41.9%
Vitamin B60.33 mg16.7%
Folate8.8 mcg2.2%
Vitamin B121.8 mcg29.8%
Pantothenic Acid0.24 mg2.4%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium131 mg13.1%
Iron1.6 mg8.9%
Magnesium57.2 mg14.3%
Phosphorus316 mg31.6%
Potassium268.1 mg7.7%
Sodium287.2 mg12%
Zinc1.5 mg9.9%
Copper0.12 mg5.9%
Manganese0.19 mg9.6%
Selenium50.3 mcg71.9%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate24.4 g8.1%
Dietary Fiber3.5 g14%
Sugars0.7 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein20.3 g40.6%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat7.9 g12.2%
Saturated Fat4.4 g22%
Monounsaturated Fat1.5 g
Polyunsaturated Fat1 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 248 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 7.9 g 12.2%

Saturated Fat 4.4 g 22%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 28.6 mg 9.5%

Sodium 287.2 mg 12%

Total Carbohydrates 24.4 g 8.1%

Dietary Fiber 3.5 g14%

Sugars 0.7 g

Protein 20.3 g 40.6%

Vitamin A 15.8% Vitamin C 1.1%

Calcium 13.1% Iron 8.9%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Source: http://recipes.sparkpeople.com/recipe-calories.asp?recipe=1999755 Embed Table:

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