Copycat Beef Taco and Spices has a average-calorie, low-carb, high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin B12 and Niacin.
The food contains 2.5g 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 sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 21.5 gms of protein, it is 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 low PUFA.
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. 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 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 53, for Copycat Beef Taco and Spices, and we advise that this food in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 34% | |
Calories from Fat | 62% | |
Calories from Carbs | 4% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Vitamin A | 0.46 IU | 0.01% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Retinol | 0 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 0 mg | |||
Vitamin D | 2.3 IU | 0.6% | Mid 40% | Average |
Thiamin | 0 mg | |||
Riboflavin | 0 mg | |||
Niacin | 2.8 mg | 13.8% | Top 30% | High |
Vitamin B6 | 0 mg | |||
Folate | 4.1 mcg | 1% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Folic Acid | 0 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 0.92 mcg | 15.4% | Top 10% | Very High |
Pantothenic Acid | 0.46 mg | 4.6% | Mid 40% | Average |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Calcium | 14.3 mg | 1.4% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Iron | 1.4 mg | 7.7% | Top 30% | High |
Magnesium | 12.4 mg | 3.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
Phosphorus | 95.4 mg | 9.5% | Mid 40% | Average |
Potassium | 190.8 mg | 5.5% | Mid 40% | Average |
Sodium | 247.5 mg | 10.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Zinc | 2.3 mg | 15.4% | Top 10% | Very High |
Copper | 0 mg | |||
Manganese | 0 mg | |||
Selenium | 8.8 mcg | 12.5% | Mid 40% | Average |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Total Carbohydrate | 1.15 g | 0.4% | Bottom 10% | Very Low |
Dietary Fiber | 0.51 g | 2% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Sugars | 0.3 g | |||
Glucose | 0 mg | |||
Fructose | 0 mg | |||
Lactose | 0 mg | |||
Maltose | 0 mg | |||
Galactose | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Protein | 9.9 g | 19.8% | Top 30% | High |
Tryptophan | 0 mg | |||
Threonine | 0.5 mg | |||
Isoleucine | 0.5 mg | |||
Leucine | 0.5 mg | |||
Lysine | 0.9 mg | |||
Methionine | 0.5 mg | |||
Cystine | 0 mg | |||
Phenylalanine | 0.5 mg | |||
Tyrosine | 0.5 mg | |||
Valine | 0.5 mg | |||
Arginine | 0.5 mg | |||
Histidine | 0.5 mg | |||
Alanine | 0.5 mg | |||
Aspartic Acid | 0.9 mg | |||
Glutamic Acid | 1.4 mg | |||
Glycine | 0.5 mg | |||
Proline | 0 mg | |||
Serine | 0.5 mg | |||
Hydroxyproline | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Total Fat | 8.1 g | 12.4% | Mid 40% | Average |
Saturated Fat | 3.1 g | 15.4% | Mid 40% | Average |
Monounsaturated Fat | 3.7 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Alcohol | 0 g | |||
Ash | 1.4 g | |||
Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
Theobromine | 0 mg |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 257 Calories from Fat 158
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 17.5 g 26.9%
Saturated Fat 6.7 g 33.5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 77.1 mg 25.7%
Sodium 537.1 mg 22.4%
Total Carbohydrates 2.5 g 0.8%
Dietary Fiber 1.1 g4.4%
Sugars 0.6 g
Protein 21.5 g 43%
Vitamin A 0% Vitamin C
Calcium 3.1% Iron 16.7%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 35
Protein 0.34 g | Carbs 6.6 g | Fat 0 g
Per Serving | Calories 79
Protein 3.9 g | Carbs 11.8 g | Fat 1.9 g
Per Serving | Calories 143
Protein 3.9 g | Carbs 21.1 g | Fat 4.8 g
Per Serving | Calories 247
Protein 15.3 g | Carbs 13.3 g | Fat 14.8 g
Per Serving | Calories 133
Protein 8 g | Carbs 4.7 g | Fat 9.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 192
Protein 10.6 g | Carbs 2.32 g | Fat 15.4 g