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Easy Taco Casserole 2 - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Easy Taco Casserole 2 Recipe

Easy Taco Casserole 2 has a high-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium and Vitamin B12.

The food contains 18.1g 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. With 27.3 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.

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 49, for Easy Taco Casserole 2, and we advise that this food in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein28%
 Calories from Fat54%
 Calories from Carbs18%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • Very high in Calcium
  • Very high in Vitamin B12

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Cholesterol
  • Very high in Saturated Fat
  • Very high in Sodium

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A0.43 IU0.01%Bottom 30%Low
Retinol37 mcg
Vitamin C3.9 mg6.5%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin D4.8 IU1.2%Mid 40%Average
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin1.7 mg8.7%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate13 mcg3.3%Mid 40%Average
Folic Acid0 mcg
Vitamin B120.87 mcg14.5%Top 10%Very High
Pantothenic Acid0.43 mg4.3%Mid 40%Average

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium131.7 mg13.2%Top 10%Very High
Iron1.3 mg7.2%Top 30%High
Magnesium31.3 mg7.8%Top 30%High
Phosphorus180.9 mg18.1%Top 30%High
Potassium267.4 mg7.6%Top 30%High
Sodium318.6 mg13.3%Top 30%High
Zinc2.2 mg14.5%Top 10%Very High
Copper0 mg
Manganese0 mg
Selenium9.6 mcg13.7%Mid 40%Average

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate7.9 g2.6%Mid 40%Average
Dietary Fiber2.1 g8.3%Top 30%High
Sugars1.7 g
Glucose0.4 mg
Fructose0.4 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein11.9 g23.7%Top 30%High
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0.4 mg
Isoleucine0.4 mg
Leucine0.4 mg
Lysine0.9 mg
Methionine0.4 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0.4 mg
Tyrosine0.4 mg
Valine0.9 mg
Arginine0.9 mg
Histidine0.4 mg
Alanine0.4 mg
Aspartic Acid0.9 mg
Glutamic Acid2.2 mg
Glycine0.4 mg
Proline0 mg
Serine0.4 mg
Hydroxyproline0 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat10.2 g15.7%Mid 40%Average
Saturated Fat5.1 g25.4%Top 30%High
Monounsaturated Fat3.9 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.9 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash2.2 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 395 Calories from Fat 210

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 23.4 g 36%

Saturated Fat 11.7 g 58.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 92 mg 30.7%

Sodium 732.7 mg 30.5%

Total Carbohydrates 18.1 g 6%

Dietary Fiber 4.8 g19.2%

Sugars 3.9 g

Protein 27.3 g 54.6%

Vitamin A 0% Vitamin C 15%

Calcium 30.3% Iron 16.7%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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