yummy taco salad has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin A, Vitamin C and Folate.
The food contains 35g 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 11.4 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
Moreover, the average fat content makes it suitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. It's low MUFA and average 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 a high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable 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 belongs to Mexican cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Side Dish.
Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 85, for yummy taco salad, and we advise that this food on a regular basis.
Calories from Protein | 18% | |
Calories from Fat | 26% | |
Calories from Carbs | 56% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 2340 IU | 46.8% | ||
Vitamin C | 20.6 mg | 34.3% | ||
Vitamin D | 0 IU | |||
Vitamin E | 0.36 mg | 1.2% | ||
Thiamin | 0.29 mg | 19.6% | ||
Riboflavin | 0.13 mg | 7.9% | ||
Niacin | 0.86 mg | 4.3% | ||
Vitamin B6 | 0.1 mg | 4.9% | ||
Folate | 242.4 mcg | 60.6% | ||
Vitamin B12 | 0 mcg | |||
Pantothenic Acid | 0.35 mg | 3.5% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 107 mg | 10.7% | ||
Iron | 2.8 mg | 15.6% | ||
Magnesium | 65.2 mg | 16.3% | ||
Phosphorus | 226 mg | 22.6% | ||
Potassium | 586.9 mg | 16.8% | ||
Sodium | 504.7 mg | 21% | ||
Zinc | 1.2 mg | 7.8% | ||
Copper | 0.21 mg | 10.5% | ||
Manganese | 0.92 mg | 45.8% | ||
Selenium | 1.2 mcg | 1.7% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 35 g | 11.7% | ||
Dietary Fiber | 9.6 g | 38.4% | ||
Sugars | 3.2 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 11.4 g | 22.8% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 7.2 g | 11.1% | ||
Saturated Fat | 1.8 g | 9% | ||
Monounsaturated Fat | 0 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.8 g |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 246 Calories from Fat 0
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 7.2 g 11.1%
Saturated Fat 1.8 g 9%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 6 mg 2%
Sodium 504.7 mg 21%
Total Carbohydrates 35 g 11.7%
Dietary Fiber 9.6 g38.4%
Sugars 3.2 g
Protein 11.4 g 22.8%
Vitamin A 46.8% Vitamin C 34.3%
Calcium 10.7% Iron 15.6%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 397
Protein 17.2 g | Carbs 35.3 g | Fat 23.5 g
Per Serving | Calories 291
Protein 13.3 g | Carbs 55.7 g | Fat 6.2 g
Per Serving | Calories 183
Protein 11.1 g | Carbs 17.5 g | Fat 8.2 g
Per Serving | Calories 320
Protein 17.6 g | Carbs 36.3 g | Fat 12.6 g
Per Serving | Calories 226
Protein 11.5 g | Carbs 40.8 g | Fat 2.5 g
Per Serving | Calories 220
Protein 5.2 g | Carbs 41.3 g | Fat 4 g
Per Serving | Calories 141
Protein 11.5 g | Carbs 24.7 g | Fat 0.8 g
Per Serving | Calories 51
Protein 6.5 g | Carbs 6.5 g | Fat 0.8 g