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Easy Chicken Empanadas - Mini - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Easy Chicken Empanadas - Mini Recipe

Easy Chicken Empanadas - Mini has a high-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Niacin.

The food contains 26.5g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average 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 19.1 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 average 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.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Easy Chicken Empanadas - Mini has been given a composite ranking of 56, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein19%
 Calories from Fat55%
 Calories from Carbs26%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • High in Niacin

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Saturated Fat
  • Very high in Sodium

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A137.3 IU2.7%Mid 40%Average
Retinol10.2 mcg
Vitamin C0.56 mg0.94%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin D2.8 IU0.7%Mid 40%Average
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin3.4 mg16.9%Top 30%High
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate23.2 mcg5.8%Mid 40%Average
Folic Acid18.1 mcg
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.56 mg5.6%Top 30%High

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium104 mg10.4%Top 30%High
Iron1.1 mg6.3%Mid 40%Average
Magnesium18.1 mg4.5%Mid 40%Average
Phosphorus129.4 mg12.9%Mid 40%Average
Potassium163.3 mg4.7%Mid 40%Average
Sodium504.2 mg21%Top 30%High
Zinc0.56 mg3.8%Mid 40%Average
Copper0 mg
Manganese0 mg
Selenium12.4 mcg17.8%Top 30%High

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate15 g5%Mid 40%Average
Dietary Fiber1.6 g6.6%Mid 40%Average
Sugars1.4 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein10.8 g21.6%Top 30%High
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0.6 mg
Isoleucine0.6 mg
Leucine0.6 mg
Lysine0.6 mg
Methionine0 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0.6 mg
Tyrosine0.6 mg
Valine0.6 mg
Arginine0.6 mg
Histidine0.6 mg
Alanine0.6 mg
Aspartic Acid0.6 mg
Glutamic Acid2.3 mg
Glycine0.6 mg
Proline0.6 mg
Serine0.6 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat14.1 g21.6%Top 30%High
Saturated Fat4.8 g24%Top 30%High
Monounsaturated Fat5.6 g
Polyunsaturated Fat2.8 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash2.3 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 406 Calories from Fat 224

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 24.9 g 38.3%

Saturated Fat 8.5 g 42.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 49.8 mg 16.6%

Sodium 892.5 mg 37.2%

Total Carbohydrates 26.5 g 8.8%

Dietary Fiber 2.9 g11.6%

Sugars 2.4 g

Protein 19.1 g 38.2%

Vitamin A 4.9% Vitamin C 1.7%

Calcium 18.4% Iron 11.1%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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