Chicken Fajita Quesadilla Recipe
Chicken Fajita Quesadilla has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin C and Niacin.
The food contains 22.9g 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 sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 25.9 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.
Moreover, the average fat content makes it suitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. 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.
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 an average 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 78, for Chicken Fajita Quesadilla, and we advise that this food in moderation.
Calorie Breakdown
| Calories from Protein | 40% | |
| Calories from Fat | 24% | |
| Calories from Carbs | 36% |
Why this is good for you
- Very high in Protein
- Very high in Niacin
- Very high in Vitamin C
- Very high in Dietary Fiber
Why this is bad for you
- High in Sodium
Vitamin Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 695 IU | 13.9% | ||
| Vitamin C | 23.8 mg | 39.6% | ||
| Vitamin D | 0 IU | |||
| Vitamin E | 0.18 mg | 0.6% | ||
| Thiamin | 0.06 mg | 3.8% | ||
| Riboflavin | 0.06 mg | 3.6% | ||
| Niacin | 6.7 mg | 33.5% | ||
| Vitamin B6 | 0.38 mg | 18.8% | ||
| Folate | 8.4 mcg | 2.1% | ||
| Vitamin B12 | 0.22 mcg | 3.7% | ||
| Pantothenic Acid | 0.51 mg | 5.1% |
Mineral Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 111 mg | 11.1% | ||
| Iron | 1.3 mg | 7.4% | ||
| Magnesium | 19.6 mg | 4.9% | ||
| Phosphorus | 124 mg | 12.4% | ||
| Potassium | 200.6 mg | 5.7% | ||
| Sodium | 579.2 mg | 24.1% | ||
| Zinc | 0.53 mg | 3.5% | ||
| Copper | 0.04 mg | 2.2% | ||
| Manganese | 0.05 mg | 2.5% | ||
| Selenium | 10.6 mcg | 15.2% |
Carbohydrate Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrate | 22.9 g | 7.6% | ||
| Dietary Fiber | 14.6 g | 58.4% | ||
| Sugars | 1 g |
Protein Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Protein | 25.9 g | 51.8% |
Fat Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 6.8 g | 10.5% | ||
| Saturated Fat | 1.7 g | 8.5% | ||
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2.2 g | |||
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.2 g |
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Nutrition Facts
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 199 Calories from Fat 0
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 6.8 g 10.5%
Saturated Fat 1.7 g 8.5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 44.2 mg 14.7%
Sodium 579.2 mg 24.1%
Total Carbohydrates 22.9 g 7.6%
Dietary Fiber 14.6 g58.4%
Sugars 1 g
Protein 25.9 g 51.8%
Vitamin A 13.9% Vitamin C 39.6%
Calcium 11.1% Iron 7.4%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
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