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Al the Kat's Shrimp Fajitas - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Al the Kat's Shrimp Fajitas Recipe

Al the Kat's Shrimp Fajitas has a average-calorie, low-carb, average-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Vitamin B12, Vitamin C and Vitamin D.

The food contains 5.9g 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 sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 23.8 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 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 gives a good yield of Iron at 3.71 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. 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.

Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 48, for Al the Kat's Shrimp Fajitas, and we advise that this food in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein59%
 Calories from Fat26%
 Calories from Carbs15%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • Very high in Vitamin D
  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • Low in Saturated Fat
  • High in Iron
  • High in Vitamin B12

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Cholesterol

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A345 IU6.9%
Vitamin C24.4 mg40.7%
Vitamin D172.4 IU43.1%
Vitamin E1.4 mg4.6%
Thiamin0.07 mg4.5%
Riboflavin0.06 mg3.3%
Niacin3.1 mg15.6%
Vitamin B60.22 mg10.8%
Folate12.4 mcg3.1%
Vitamin B121.3 mcg21.9%
Pantothenic Acid0.37 mg3.7%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium83 mg8.3%
Iron3.7 mg20.6%
Magnesium53.2 mg13.3%
Phosphorus254 mg25.4%
Potassium318.4 mg9.1%
Sodium279.7 mg11.7%
Zinc1.4 mg9.5%
Copper0.35 mg17.4%
Manganese0.18 mg9.1%
Selenium43.8 mcg62.5%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate5.9 g2%
Dietary Fiber1.2 g4.8%
Sugars0 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein23.8 g47.6%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat4.7 g7.2%
Saturated Fat0.7 g3.5%
Monounsaturated Fat2.2 g
Polyunsaturated Fat1 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 163 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 4.7 g 7.2%

Saturated Fat 0.7 g 3.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 172.3 mg 57.4%

Sodium 279.7 mg 11.7%

Total Carbohydrates 5.9 g 2%

Dietary Fiber 1.2 g4.8%

Sugars 0 g

Protein 23.8 g 47.6%

Vitamin A 6.9% Vitamin C 40.7%

Calcium 8.3% Iron 20.6%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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