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Chicken and Vegetable Quesadillas - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Chicken and Vegetable Quesadillas Recipe

Chicken and Vegetable Quesadillas 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 C, Niacin and Folate.

The food contains 39.5g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average in complex carbs and average 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 26.9 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 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 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.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Chicken and Vegetable Quesadillas has been given a composite ranking of 77, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein17%
 Calories from Fat59%
 Calories from Carbs24%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein

Why this is bad for you

  • 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 A0.69 IU0.01%Bottom 30%Low
Retinol9 mcg
Vitamin C23.8 mg39.7%Top 10%Very High
Vitamin D3.4 IU0.9%Mid 40%Average
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin3.1 mg15.5%Top 30%High
Vitamin B60.34 mg17.2%Top 30%High
Folate40 mcg10%Top 30%High
Folic Acid19 mcg
Vitamin B120.34 mcg5.7%Top 30%High
Pantothenic Acid0.34 mg3.4%Mid 40%Average

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium114.5 mg11.4%Top 30%High
Iron1 mg5.7%Mid 40%Average
Magnesium20.3 mg5.1%Mid 40%Average
Phosphorus129.7 mg13%Mid 40%Average
Potassium201.7 mg5.8%Mid 40%Average
Sodium278.4 mg11.6%Mid 40%Average
Zinc0.69 mg4.6%Mid 40%Average
Copper0 mg
Manganese0.34 mg17.2%Top 30%High
Selenium12.8 mcg18.2%Top 30%High

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate13.6 g4.5%Mid 40%Average
Dietary Fiber1.3 g5.1%Mid 40%Average
Starch0 g
Sugars2.1 g
Sucrose0 mg
Glucose0.7 mg
Fructose0.3 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein9.3 g18.6%Top 30%High
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0.3 mg
Isoleucine0.3 mg
Leucine0.3 mg
Lysine0.7 mg
Methionine0.3 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0.3 mg
Tyrosine0.3 mg
Valine0.3 mg
Arginine0.3 mg
Histidine0.3 mg
Alanine0.3 mg
Aspartic Acid0.7 mg
Glutamic Acid1.7 mg
Glycine0.3 mg
Proline0.7 mg
Serine0.3 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat14.7 g22.5%Top 30%High
Saturated Fat3.9 g19.5%Mid 40%Average
Monounsaturated Fat8.6 g
Polyunsaturated Fat1.4 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Water60.3 g
Ash1.7 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 646 Calories from Fat 382

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 42.5 g 65.4%

Saturated Fat 11.3 g 56.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 68.8 mg 22.9%

Sodium 807.4 mg 33.6%

Total Carbohydrates 39.5 g 13.2%

Dietary Fiber 3.7 g14.8%

Sugars 6.2 g

Protein 26.9 g 53.8%

Vitamin A 0% Vitamin C 115%

Calcium 33.2% Iron 16.7%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Source: http://www.food.com/recipe/chicken-and-vegetable-quesadillas-286482 Embed Table:

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