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Chorizo Scrambled Eggs - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Chorizo Scrambled Eggs Recipe

Chorizo Scrambled Eggs has a average-calorie, low-carb, high-fat and average-protein content.

The food contains 1g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low 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 low sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 10 gms of protein, it is average 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 high in saturated fats and low in trans fats.

It has a high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a low-sodium diet.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Chorizo Scrambled Eggs has been given a composite ranking of 38, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein16%
 Calories from Fat82%
 Calories from Carbs2%

Why this is good for you

Why this is bad for you

  • High in Saturated Fat
  • High in Sodium

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A0 IU
Vitamin C0 mg

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium0 mg
Iron1.1 mg6%
Potassium170 mg4.9%
Sodium530 mg22.1%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate1 g0.3%
Dietary Fiber0 g
Sugars0 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein10 g20%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat23 g35.4%
Saturated Fat6 g30%
Total Trans Fatty Acids0 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 250 Calories from Fat 210

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 23 g 35.4%

Saturated Fat 6 g 30%

Trans Fat 0 g

Cholesterol 35 mg 11.7%

Sodium 530 mg 22.1%

Total Carbohydrates 1 g 0.3%

Dietary Fiber 0 g

Sugars 0 g

Protein 10 g 20%

Vitamin A Vitamin C

Calcium Iron 6%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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