Chili con Carne and Chili con Queso with Tortilla Chips Recipe

Chili con Carne and Chili con Queso with Tortilla Chips has a high-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium and Iron.

The food contains 26g 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 30 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.

However, the high fat content makes it unsuitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. A quick glance at the fat profile reveals that it is very high in saturated fats and average in trans fats.

It gives a good yield of Iron at 5 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. It has a very high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a low-sodium diet.

It belongs to Indian cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Snack.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Chili con Carne and Chili con Queso with Tortilla Chips has been given a composite ranking of 18, and sparingly.