curves Taco Salad has a high-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Iron, Vitamin A, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12, Vitamin C, Thiamin, Riboflavin, Niacin and Folate.
The food contains 36.9g 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. Its average sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 26.3 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 high fat content of this product makes it unsuitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. It's average MUFA and low PUFA. In terms of Polyunsaturated Fat content it is ranked in the bottom 20% of all food items. It is also ranked in the bottom 20 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 4.57 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 high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a low-sodium diet. It is also average in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat. It is also an average source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.
It belongs to Mexican cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Side Dish.
Based on the composite nutritive standing curves Taco Salad has been given a composite ranking of 79, and in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 28% | |
Calories from Fat | 32% | |
Calories from Carbs | 39% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 5720 IU | 114.4% | ||
Vitamin C | 53.1 mg | 88.5% | ||
Vitamin D | 0 IU | |||
Vitamin E | 1.1 mg | 3.7% | ||
Thiamin | 0.4 mg | 26.5% | ||
Riboflavin | 0.47 mg | 27.5% | ||
Niacin | 4.7 mg | 23.7% | ||
Vitamin B6 | 0.41 mg | 20.7% | ||
Folate | 329.6 mcg | 82.4% | ||
Vitamin B12 | 1.3 mcg | 21.7% | ||
Pantothenic Acid | 0.96 mg | 9.6% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 202 mg | 20.2% | ||
Iron | 4.6 mg | 25.4% | ||
Magnesium | 78 mg | 19.5% | ||
Phosphorus | 410 mg | 41% | ||
Potassium | 1 mg | 0% | ||
Sodium | 552.8 mg | 23% | ||
Zinc | 4.1 mg | 27.6% | ||
Copper | 0.28 mg | 13.9% | ||
Manganese | 1.4 mg | 71.4% | ||
Selenium | 13.5 mcg | 19.3% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 36.9 g | 12.3% | ||
Dietary Fiber | 8.8 g | 35.2% | ||
Sugars | 7.6 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 26.3 g | 52.6% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 13.5 g | 20.8% | ||
Saturated Fat | 5.3 g | 26.5% | ||
Monounsaturated Fat | 4.9 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 1 g |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 352 Calories from Fat 0
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 13.5 g 20.8%
Saturated Fat 5.3 g 26.5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 44.9 mg 15%
Sodium 552.8 mg 23%
Total Carbohydrates 36.9 g 12.3%
Dietary Fiber 8.8 g35.2%
Sugars 7.6 g
Protein 26.3 g 52.6%
Vitamin A 114.4% Vitamin C 88.5%
Calcium 20.2% Iron 25.4%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 494
Protein 27.1 g | Carbs 51.9 g | Fat 18.5 g
Per Serving | Calories 608
Protein 25.2 g | Carbs 104.4 g | Fat 13.6 g
Per Serving | Calories 322
Protein 28.1 g | Carbs 17.2 g | Fat 16.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 257
Protein 24 g | Carbs 32.2 g | Fat 5 g
Per Serving | Calories 59
Protein 4.4 g | Carbs 4.7 g | Fat 3 g
Per Serving | Calories 151
Protein 1.6 g | Carbs 7.9 g | Fat 13.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 265
Protein 9.9 g | Carbs 22.9 g | Fat 15.7 g
Per Serving | Calories 349
Protein 29.2 g | Carbs 52.4 g | Fat 1.9 g