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Cheesy Chorizo Wedges - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Cheesy Chorizo Wedges Recipe

Cheesy Chorizo Wedges has a very high-calorie, average-carb, very high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12, Vitamin C, Thiamin and Niacin.

The food contains 20g 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.

Not only that, the very high fat content of this product makes it unsuitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. It's high MUFA and average PUFA. It is also ranked in the top 10 percentile in terms of its Monounsaturated Fat content, which are considered among "good fats".

It a good source of Vitamin B6 and Vitamin B12.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 very 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 is also a high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Cheesy Chorizo Wedges has been given a composite ranking of 29, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein21%
 Calories from Fat66%
 Calories from Carbs14%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein

Why this is bad for you

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

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A0.51 IU0.01%Bottom 30%Low
Retinol43.1 mcg
Vitamin C22.8 mg38.1%Top 10%Very High
Vitamin D27.9 IU7%Top 10%Very High
Thiamin0.51 mg33.8%Top 10%Very High
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin2.5 mg12.7%Top 30%High
Vitamin B60.51 mg25.4%Top 10%Very High
Folate29.4 mcg7.4%Mid 40%Average
Folic Acid14.2 mcg
Vitamin B121 mcg16.9%Top 10%Very High
Pantothenic Acid0.51 mg5.1%Top 30%High

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium168.5 mg16.9%Top 10%Very High
Iron1.5 mg8.5%Top 30%High
Magnesium19.3 mg4.8%Mid 40%Average
Phosphorus175.1 mg17.5%Top 30%High
Potassium252.8 mg7.2%Top 30%High
Sodium682.7 mg28.4%Top 10%Very High
Zinc2 mg13.5%Top 10%Very High
Copper0 mg
Manganese0 mg
Selenium14.2 mcg20.3%Top 30%High

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate10.2 g3.4%Mid 40%Average
Dietary Fiber0.96 g3.9%Mid 40%Average
Starch0 g
Sugars1.2 g
Sucrose0 mg
Glucose0.5 mg
Fructose0.5 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein15.5 g31%Top 10%Very High
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine1 mg
Isoleucine1 mg
Leucine1 mg
Lysine1.5 mg
Methionine0.5 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine1 mg
Tyrosine0.5 mg
Valine0.5 mg
Arginine1 mg
Histidine0.5 mg
Alanine1 mg
Aspartic Acid1 mg
Glutamic Acid3 mg
Glycine1 mg
Proline1 mg
Serine0.5 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat22 g33.8%Top 30%High
Saturated Fat9.6 g48.2%Top 30%High
Monounsaturated Fat9.6 g
Polyunsaturated Fat1.5 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Water49.2 g
Ash2.5 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 596 Calories from Fat 389

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 43.3 g 66.6%

Saturated Fat 19 g 95%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 103 mg 34.3%

Sodium 1345 mg 56%

Total Carbohydrates 20 g 6.7%

Dietary Fiber 1.9 g7.6%

Sugars 2.3 g

Protein 30.5 g 61%

Vitamin A 0% Vitamin C 75%

Calcium 33.2% Iron 16.7%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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