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Chorizo , Potato and Mushroom Tacos - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Chorizo, Potato, and Mushroom Tacos Recipe

Chorizo, Potato, and Mushroom Tacos has a very high-calorie, very high-carb, very high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12, Vitamin C, Vitamin D, Thiamin, Riboflavin, Niacin, Folate and Pantothenic Acid.

The food contains 85.5g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is very 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 30.6 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 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.

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 high in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat. 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.

Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 71, for Chorizo, Potato, and Mushroom Tacos, and we advise that this food in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein16%
 Calories from Fat41%
 Calories from Carbs44%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • Very high in Vitamin B6
  • Very high in Niacin
  • High in Vitamin D
  • High in Vitamin C
  • Very high in Riboflavin

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 A44.6 IU0.9%Mid 40%Average
Retinol0 mcg
Vitamin C4.8 mg8%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin D37.3 IU9.3%Top 10%Very High
Thiamin0.32 mg21.2%Top 10%Very High
Riboflavin0.32 mg18.7%Top 10%Very High
Niacin4.1 mg20.7%Top 30%High
Vitamin B60.32 mg15.9%Top 30%High
Folate28.7 mcg7.2%Mid 40%Average
Folic Acid0 mcg
Vitamin B120.64 mcg10.6%Top 30%High
Pantothenic Acid3.5 mg35%Top 10%Very High

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium26.1 mg2.6%Mid 40%Average
Iron0.96 mg5.3%Mid 40%Average
Magnesium46.2 mg11.5%Top 10%Very High
Phosphorus167.2 mg16.7%Top 30%High
Potassium0.32 mg0.01%Bottom 30%Low
Sodium348.9 mg14.5%Top 30%High
Zinc2.2 mg14.9%Top 10%Very High
Copper0.96 mg47.8%Top 10%Very High
Manganese0.32 mg15.9%Top 30%High
Selenium13.4 mcg19.1%Top 30%High

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate27.2 g9.1%Top 30%High
Dietary Fiber3.6 g14.5%Top 10%Very High
Sugars1.1 g
Glucose0.3 mg
Fructose0.3 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein9.7 g19.5%Top 30%High
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0.6 mg
Isoleucine0.6 mg
Leucine0.6 mg
Lysine0.6 mg
Methionine0.3 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0.3 mg
Tyrosine0.3 mg
Valine0.3 mg
Arginine0.6 mg
Histidine0.3 mg
Alanine0.6 mg
Aspartic Acid1 mg
Glutamic Acid1.6 mg
Glycine0.6 mg
Proline0.6 mg
Serine0.3 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat11.2 g17.2%Mid 40%Average
Saturated Fat4 g20.2%Mid 40%Average
Monounsaturated Fat5.1 g
Polyunsaturated Fat1.3 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash2.2 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 756 Calories from Fat 316

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 35.2 g 54.2%

Saturated Fat 12.7 g 63.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 74.9 mg 25%

Sodium 1095.5 mg 45.6%

Total Carbohydrates 85.5 g 28.5%

Dietary Fiber 11.4 g45.6%

Sugars 3.5 g

Protein 30.6 g 61.2%

Vitamin A 2.8% Vitamin C 25%

Calcium 8.2% Iron 16.7%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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