Baked Taco Sandwiches has a high-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Iron, Vitamin B12 and Niacin.
The food contains 19.3g 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. With 30.5 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 low PUFA.
It gives a good yield of Iron at 4 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 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 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 42, for Baked Taco Sandwiches, and we advise that this food in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 26% | |
Calories from Fat | 58% | |
Calories from Carbs | 16% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 0.44 IU | 0.01% | Mid 40% | Average |
Retinol | 32.6 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 1.8 mg | 2.9% | Mid 40% | Average |
Vitamin D | 4.8 IU | 1.2% | Mid 40% | Average |
Thiamin | 0 mg | |||
Riboflavin | 0 mg | |||
Niacin | 3.1 mg | 15.4% | Top 30% | High |
Vitamin B6 | 0 mg | |||
Folate | 22.9 mcg | 5.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
Folic Acid | 16.3 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 1.3 mcg | 22% | Top 10% | Very High |
Pantothenic Acid | 0.44 mg | 4.4% | Top 30% | High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Calcium | 122.9 mg | 12.3% | Top 30% | High |
Iron | 1.8 mg | 9.8% | Top 30% | High |
Magnesium | 16.3 mg | 4.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
Phosphorus | 231.7 mg | 23.2% | Top 10% | Very High |
Potassium | 182.8 mg | 5.2% | Mid 40% | Average |
Sodium | 279 mg | 11.6% | Mid 40% | Average |
Zinc | 2.6 mg | 17.6% | Top 10% | Very High |
Copper | 0 mg | |||
Manganese | 0 mg | |||
Selenium | 10.6 mcg | 15.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 8.5 g | 2.8% | Mid 40% | Average |
Dietary Fiber | 0.26 g | 1.1% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Sugars | 1.6 g | |||
Lactose | 0 mg | |||
Maltose | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Protein | 13.4 g | 26.9% | Top 30% | High |
Tryptophan | 0 mg | |||
Threonine | 0.4 mg | |||
Isoleucine | 0.4 mg | |||
Leucine | 0.4 mg | |||
Lysine | 0.9 mg | |||
Methionine | 0.4 mg | |||
Cystine | 0 mg | |||
Phenylalanine | 0.4 mg | |||
Tyrosine | 0.4 mg | |||
Valine | 0.9 mg | |||
Arginine | 0.9 mg | |||
Histidine | 0.4 mg | |||
Alanine | 0.9 mg | |||
Aspartic Acid | 0.9 mg | |||
Glutamic Acid | 2.6 mg | |||
Glycine | 0.9 mg | |||
Proline | 0 mg | |||
Serine | 0.4 mg | |||
Hydroxyproline | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 13.6 g | 20.9% | Top 30% | High |
Saturated Fat | 6.1 g | 30.4% | Top 30% | High |
Monounsaturated Fat | 5.7 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Alcohol | 0 g | |||
Ash | 3.1 g | |||
Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
Theobromine | 0 mg |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 486 Calories from Fat 278
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 30.9 g 47.5%
Saturated Fat 13.8 g 69%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 107.3 mg 35.8%
Sodium 633.4 mg 26.4%
Total Carbohydrates 19.3 g 6.4%
Dietary Fiber 0.6 g2.4%
Sugars 3.6 g
Protein 30.5 g 61%
Vitamin A 0% Vitamin C 6.7%
Calcium 27.9% Iron 22.2%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 182
Protein 9.5 g | Carbs 10.8 g | Fat 11.2 g
Per Serving | Calories 155
Protein 6.8 g | Carbs 23.5 g | Fat 4.2 g
Per Serving | Calories 217
Protein 17.5 g | Carbs 4.5 g | Fat 13.8 g
Per Serving | Calories 116
Protein 6.9 g | Carbs 16.8 g | Fat 2.7 g
Per Serving | Calories 271
Protein 10.7 g | Carbs 19.1 g | Fat 16.7 g
Per Serving | Calories 232
Protein 15.6 g | Carbs 10.4 g | Fat 14.2 g
Per Serving | Calories 132
Protein 6.6 g | Carbs 14.4 g | Fat 5 g
Per Serving | Calories 219
Protein 13 g | Carbs 10.5 g | Fat 13.1 g