Chicken Quesadillas Homemade has a high-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium and Niacin.
The food contains 33.9g 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. With 27.9 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 high fat content of this product makes it unsuitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. It's average MUFA and average PUFA.
It has a high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a 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.
Based on the composite nutritive standing Chicken Quesadillas Homemade has been given a composite ranking of 42, and in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 23% | |
Calories from Fat | 50% | |
Calories from Carbs | 28% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 324 IU | 6.5% | Top 30% | High |
Retinol | 56.1 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 4.1 mg | 6.8% | Mid 40% | Average |
Vitamin D | 10.5 IU | 2.6% | Top 30% | High |
Thiamin | 0 mg | |||
Riboflavin | 0 mg | |||
Niacin | 4.7 mg | 23.4% | Top 10% | Very High |
Vitamin B6 | 0 mg | |||
Folate | 45 mcg | 11.3% | Top 30% | High |
Folic Acid | 32.2 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 0.58 mcg | 9.7% | Top 30% | High |
Pantothenic Acid | 0.58 mg | 5.8% | Top 30% | High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Calcium | 217 mg | 21.7% | Top 10% | Very High |
Iron | 1.8 mg | 9.7% | Top 30% | High |
Magnesium | 24.6 mg | 6.1% | Top 30% | High |
Phosphorus | 213.5 mg | 21.3% | Top 10% | Very High |
Potassium | 192.4 mg | 5.5% | Mid 40% | Average |
Sodium | 398.3 mg | 16.6% | Top 30% | High |
Zinc | 1.2 mg | 7.8% | Top 30% | High |
Copper | 0 mg | |||
Manganese | 0 mg | |||
Selenium | 17.5 mcg | 25.1% | Top 30% | High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 19.8 g | 6.6% | Mid 40% | Average |
Dietary Fiber | 1.3 g | 5.4% | Mid 40% | Average |
Sugars | 1.6 g | |||
Glucose | 0.6 mg | |||
Fructose | 0.6 mg | |||
Lactose | 0 mg | |||
Maltose | 0 mg | |||
Galactose | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 16.3 g | 32.6% | Top 10% | Very High |
Tryptophan | 0 mg | |||
Threonine | 0.6 mg | |||
Isoleucine | 0.6 mg | |||
Leucine | 0.6 mg | |||
Lysine | 1.2 mg | |||
Methionine | 0.6 mg | |||
Cystine | 0 mg | |||
Phenylalanine | 0.6 mg | |||
Tyrosine | 0.6 mg | |||
Valine | 0.6 mg | |||
Arginine | 0.6 mg | |||
Histidine | 0.6 mg | |||
Alanine | 0.6 mg | |||
Aspartic Acid | 1.2 mg | |||
Glutamic Acid | 3.5 mg | |||
Glycine | 0.6 mg | |||
Proline | 1.2 mg | |||
Serine | 0.6 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 16 g | 24.6% | Top 30% | High |
Saturated Fat | 6.2 g | 31% | Top 30% | High |
Monounsaturated Fat | 5.8 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.9 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Alcohol | 0 g | |||
Ash | 2.3 g | |||
Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
Theobromine | 0 mg |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 497 Calories from Fat 246
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 27.3 g 42%
Saturated Fat 10.6 g 53%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 74.9 mg 25%
Sodium 681.1 mg 28.4%
Total Carbohydrates 33.9 g 11.3%
Dietary Fiber 2.3 g9.2%
Sugars 2.7 g
Protein 27.9 g 55.8%
Vitamin A 11.1% Vitamin C 11.7%
Calcium 37.1% Iron 16.7%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 2
Protein 0.04 g | Carbs 0.25 g | Fat 0 g
Per Serving | Calories 473
Protein 25.8 g | Carbs 27.3 g | Fat 28.6 g
Per Serving | Calories 122
Protein 8.8 g | Carbs 4 g | Fat 8 g
Per Serving | Calories 96
Protein 6.6 g | Carbs 4.5 g | Fat 5.7 g
Per Serving | Calories 263
Protein 9.2 g | Carbs 5.8 g | Fat 22.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 215
Protein 8.8 g | Carbs 17.6 g | Fat 12.3 g
Per Serving | Calories 172
Protein 15.2 g | Carbs 1.78 g | Fat 11.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 151
Protein 16.3 g | Carbs 5.1 g | Fat 7.2 g