Chorizo, Potato, and Egg Breakfast Tacos (Tex-Mex) has a very high-calorie, high-carb, very high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Iron, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12, Vitamin C, Vitamin D, Thiamin, Riboflavin, Niacin and Folate.
The food contains 60.1g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is high 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 37.8 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 gives a good yield of Iron at 6 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. 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 Breakfast.
Based on the composite nutritive standing Chorizo, Potato, and Egg Breakfast Tacos (Tex-Mex) has been given a composite ranking of 18, and sparingly.
Calories from Protein | 17% | |
Calories from Fat | 55% | |
Calories from Carbs | 28% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 232.6 IU | 4.7% | Top 30% | High |
Retinol | 50 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 6.2 mg | 10.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Vitamin D | 35.7 IU | 8.9% | Top 10% | Very High |
Thiamin | 0.39 mg | 25.8% | Top 10% | Very High |
Riboflavin | 0.39 mg | 22.8% | Top 10% | Very High |
Niacin | 3.1 mg | 15.5% | Top 30% | High |
Vitamin B6 | 0.39 mg | 19.4% | Top 10% | Very High |
Folate | 48.8 mcg | 12.2% | Top 30% | High |
Folic Acid | 28.7 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 0.78 mcg | 12.9% | Top 10% | Very High |
Pantothenic Acid | 0.78 mg | 7.8% | Top 30% | High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 112.8 mg | 11.3% | Top 30% | High |
Iron | 2.3 mg | 12.9% | Top 10% | Very High |
Magnesium | 24.4 mg | 6.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
Phosphorus | 177.1 mg | 17.7% | Top 30% | High |
Potassium | 335.7 mg | 9.6% | Top 10% | Very High |
Sodium | 988.3 mg | 41.2% | Top 10% | Very High |
Zinc | 1.9 mg | 12.9% | Top 10% | Very High |
Copper | 0 mg | |||
Manganese | 0.39 mg | 19.4% | Top 30% | High |
Selenium | 20.2 mcg | 28.8% | Top 30% | High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 23.3 g | 7.8% | Mid 40% | Average |
Dietary Fiber | 1.8 g | 7.3% | Top 30% | High |
Sugars | 1.7 g | |||
Glucose | 0.4 mg | |||
Fructose | 0 mg | |||
Lactose | 0 mg | |||
Maltose | 0 mg | |||
Galactose | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 14.7 g | 29.3% | Top 10% | Very High |
Tryptophan | 0 mg | |||
Threonine | 0.8 mg | |||
Isoleucine | 1.2 mg | |||
Leucine | 1.2 mg | |||
Lysine | 1.2 mg | |||
Methionine | 0.4 mg | |||
Cystine | 0.4 mg | |||
Phenylalanine | 0.8 mg | |||
Tyrosine | 0.4 mg | |||
Valine | 0.8 mg | |||
Arginine | 0.8 mg | |||
Histidine | 0.4 mg | |||
Alanine | 0.8 mg | |||
Aspartic Acid | 1.2 mg | |||
Glutamic Acid | 2.7 mg | |||
Glycine | 0.8 mg | |||
Proline | 0 mg | |||
Serine | 0.8 mg | |||
Hydroxyproline | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 20.7 g | 31.8% | Top 30% | High |
Saturated Fat | 7.3 g | 36.4% | Top 30% | High |
Monounsaturated Fat | 10.1 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.3 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Alcohol | 0 g | |||
Ash | 3.9 g | |||
Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
Theobromine | 0 mg |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 878 Calories from Fat 479
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 53.3 g 82%
Saturated Fat 18.8 g 94%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 297.8 mg 99.3%
Sodium 2549.8 mg 106.2%
Total Carbohydrates 60.1 g 20%
Dietary Fiber 4.7 g18.8%
Sugars 4.5 g
Protein 37.8 g 75.6%
Vitamin A 12% Vitamin C 26.7%
Calcium 29.1% Iron 33.3%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 283
Protein 16.3 g | Carbs 7.9 g | Fat 20.5 g
Per Serving | Calories 79
Protein 3.6 g | Carbs 9.4 g | Fat 3.3 g
Per Serving | Calories 334
Protein 19 g | Carbs 34 g | Fat 13.3 g
Per 100g | Calories 450
Protein 28.8 g | Carbs 20 g | Fat 26.8 g
Per Serving | Calories 152
Protein 5.5 g | Carbs 19.7 g | Fat 5.5 g
Per Serving | Calories 210
Protein 3.4 g | Carbs 23.3 g | Fat 11.8 g
Per Serving | Calories 74
Protein 3.9 g | Carbs 13.1 g | Fat 1.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 236
Protein 4.6 g | Carbs 43.2 g | Fat 5.1 g