Easy Tamale Casserole has a average-calorie, low-carb, high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium and Vitamin C.
The food contains 13.9g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low 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. With 16.2 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
However, the high fat content makes it unsuitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. It's low MUFA and low PUFA.
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.
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. It is also average in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat.
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 13, for Easy Tamale Casserole, and we advise that this food sparingly.
Calories from Protein | 21% | |
Calories from Fat | 60% | |
Calories from Carbs | 18% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Vitamin A | 0.97 IU | 0.02% | Mid 40% | Average |
Retinol | 35 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 68.9 mg | 114.9% | Top 10% | Very High |
Vitamin D | 2.9 IU | 0.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
Thiamin | 0 mg | |||
Riboflavin | 0 mg | |||
Niacin | 0 mg | |||
Vitamin B6 | 0 mg | |||
Folate | 14.6 mcg | 3.6% | Mid 40% | Average |
Folic Acid | 0 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 0 mcg | |||
Pantothenic Acid | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Calcium | 468 mg | 46.8% | Top 10% | Very High |
Iron | 0.97 mg | 5.4% | Mid 40% | Average |
Magnesium | 22.3 mg | 5.6% | Mid 40% | Average |
Phosphorus | 639.8 mg | 64% | Top 10% | Very High |
Potassium | 435 mg | 12.4% | Top 10% | Very High |
Sodium | 946.3 mg | 39.4% | Top 10% | Very High |
Zinc | 1.9 mg | 12.9% | Top 10% | Very High |
Copper | 0 mg | |||
Manganese | 0 mg | |||
Selenium | 2.9 mcg | 4.2% | Mid 40% | Average |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 13.5 g | 4.5% | Mid 40% | Average |
Dietary Fiber | 0.58 g | 2.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Sugars | 6.4 g | |||
Glucose | 0 mg | |||
Fructose | 0 mg | |||
Lactose | 0 mg | |||
Maltose | 0 mg | |||
Galactose | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Protein | 15.7 g | 31.5% | Top 10% | Very High |
Tryptophan | 0 mg | |||
Threonine | 0 mg | |||
Isoleucine | 0 mg | |||
Leucine | 0 mg | |||
Lysine | 1 mg | |||
Methionine | 0 mg | |||
Cystine | 0 mg | |||
Phenylalanine | 0 mg | |||
Tyrosine | 0 mg | |||
Valine | 0 mg | |||
Arginine | 0 mg | |||
Histidine | 0 mg | |||
Alanine | 0 mg | |||
Aspartic Acid | 1 mg | |||
Glutamic Acid | 1.9 mg | |||
Glycine | 0 mg | |||
Proline | 1 mg | |||
Serine | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Total Fat | 19.6 g | 30.2% | Top 30% | High |
Saturated Fat | 12.6 g | 63.1% | Top 10% | Very High |
Monounsaturated Fat | 1.9 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 0 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Alcohol | 0 g | |||
Ash | 4.9 g | |||
Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
Theobromine | 0 mg |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 301 Calories from Fat 182
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 20.2 g 31.1%
Saturated Fat 13 g 65%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 71.9 mg 24%
Sodium 974.7 mg 40.6%
Total Carbohydrates 13.9 g 4.6%
Dietary Fiber 0.6 g2.4%
Sugars 6.6 g
Protein 16.2 g 32.4%
Vitamin A 0% Vitamin C 118.3%
Calcium 48.2% Iron 5.6%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 132
Protein 3.9 g | Carbs 27.2 g | Fat 0.64 g
Per Serving | Calories 271
Protein 8.5 g | Carbs 40.2 g | Fat 9.5 g
Per Serving | Calories 66
Protein 1.8 g | Carbs 14.5 g | Fat 0.16 g
Per Serving | Calories 224
Protein 6 g | Carbs 18.8 g | Fat 14.7 g
Per Serving | Calories 145
Protein 12.3 g | Carbs 20 g | Fat 1.5 g
Per Serving | Calories 98
Protein 5.8 g | Carbs 6.6 g | Fat 4.3 g
Per Serving | Calories 159
Protein 9.2 g | Carbs 14 g | Fat 7.3 g
Per Serving | Calories 181
Protein 13.1 g | Carbs 1.18 g | Fat 12.8 g