Delicious Mexican Casserole has a very high-calorie, very high-carb, high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Iron, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12, Vitamin C, Thiamin, Riboflavin, Niacin and Folate.
The food contains 83.2g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is high in complex carbs and high 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 41.2 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.
Because of its high fat content, it could be unsuitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. 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.
It gives a good yield of Iron at 9 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 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 84, for Delicious Mexican Casserole, and we advise that this food on a regular basis.
Calories from Protein | 22% | |
Calories from Fat | 34% | |
Calories from Carbs | 44% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 2.5 IU | 0% | Mid 40% | Average |
Retinol | 54.6 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 11.2 mg | 18.6% | Top 30% | High |
Vitamin D | 5.5 IU | 1.4% | Mid 40% | Average |
Thiamin | 0.25 mg | 16.5% | Top 10% | Very High |
Riboflavin | 0.25 mg | 14.6% | Top 10% | Very High |
Niacin | 2.7 mg | 13.6% | Top 30% | High |
Vitamin B6 | 0.25 mg | 12.4% | Top 30% | High |
Folate | 76.4 mcg | 19.1% | Top 10% | Very High |
Folic Acid | 20.6 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 0.5 mcg | 8.3% | Top 30% | High |
Pantothenic Acid | 0.5 mg | 5% | Top 30% | High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 105.7 mg | 10.6% | Top 30% | High |
Iron | 2.2 mg | 12.4% | Top 10% | Very High |
Magnesium | 42.7 mg | 10.7% | Top 10% | Very High |
Phosphorus | 171.2 mg | 17.1% | Top 30% | High |
Potassium | 0.25 mg | 0.01% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Sodium | 217.8 mg | 9.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
Zinc | 1.7 mg | 11.6% | Top 30% | High |
Copper | 0.25 mg | 12.4% | Top 10% | Very High |
Manganese | 0.25 mg | 12.4% | Top 30% | High |
Selenium | 11.7 mcg | 16.7% | Top 30% | High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 20.6 g | 6.9% | Mid 40% | Average |
Dietary Fiber | 5.4 g | 21.4% | Top 10% | Very High |
Sugars | 4.6 g | |||
Glucose | 0.2 mg | |||
Fructose | 0.2 mg | |||
Lactose | 0 mg | |||
Maltose | 0.2 mg | |||
Galactose | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 10.2 g | 20.4% | Top 30% | High |
Tryptophan | 0 mg | |||
Threonine | 0.5 mg | |||
Isoleucine | 0.5 mg | |||
Leucine | 0.5 mg | |||
Lysine | 0.7 mg | |||
Methionine | 0.2 mg | |||
Cystine | 0 mg | |||
Phenylalanine | 0.5 mg | |||
Tyrosine | 0.2 mg | |||
Valine | 0.5 mg | |||
Arginine | 0.5 mg | |||
Histidine | 0.2 mg | |||
Alanine | 0.5 mg | |||
Aspartic Acid | 1 mg | |||
Glutamic Acid | 2.2 mg | |||
Glycine | 0.5 mg | |||
Proline | 0 mg | |||
Serine | 0.5 mg | |||
Hydroxyproline | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 7 g | 10.8% | Mid 40% | Average |
Saturated Fat | 2.9 g | 14.6% | Mid 40% | Average |
Monounsaturated Fat | 4.5 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 1 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Alcohol | 0 g | |||
Ash | 2 g | |||
Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
Theobromine | 0 mg |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 732 Calories from Fat 253
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 28.2 g 43.4%
Saturated Fat 11.8 g 59%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 85.9 mg 28.6%
Sodium 877.8 mg 36.6%
Total Carbohydrates 83.2 g 27.7%
Dietary Fiber 21.6 g86.4%
Sugars 18.4 g
Protein 41.2 g 82.4%
Vitamin A 0.2% Vitamin C 75%
Calcium 42.6% Iron 50%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 244
Protein 11 g | Carbs 17.5 g | Fat 14.6 g
Per Serving | Calories 199
Protein 8.1 g | Carbs 12.7 g | Fat 12.9 g
Per Serving | Calories 193
Protein 9.9 g | Carbs 10.7 g | Fat 12.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 186
Protein 12.3 g | Carbs 6.9 g | Fat 12.2 g
Per Serving | Calories 290
Protein 5 g | Carbs 28.9 g | Fat 19.4 g
Per Serving | Calories 170
Protein 11.3 g | Carbs 17.7 g | Fat 5.9 g
Per Serving | Calories 239
Protein 13.7 g | Carbs 4.3 g | Fat 18.4 g
Per Serving | Calories 175
Protein 8.6 g | Carbs 7 g | Fat 12.5 g