Ground Beef for Tacos has a high-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Vitamin B6 and Niacin.
The food contains 16.4g 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. Its sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 21 gms of protein, it is 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 gives a good yield of Iron at 3.96 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 belongs to Mexican cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.
Based on the composite nutritive standing Ground Beef for Tacos has been given a composite ranking of 29, and in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 23% | |
Calories from Fat | 59% | |
Calories from Carbs | 18% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 300 IU | 6% | ||
Vitamin C | 6 mg | 10% | ||
Thiamin | 0.12 mg | 8% | ||
Niacin | 15.2 mg | 76% | ||
Vitamin B6 | 0.46 mg | 23% | ||
Folate | 36 mcg | 9% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 30 mg | 3% | ||
Iron | 4 mg | 22% | ||
Magnesium | 40 mg | 10% | ||
Potassium | 456 mg | 13% | ||
Sodium | 1060 mg | 44.2% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 16.4 g | 5.5% | ||
Dietary Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% | ||
Sugars | 9.6 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 21 g | 42% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 23.6 g | 36.3% | ||
Saturated Fat | 9.5 g | 47.5% |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 371 Calories from Fat 212
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 23.6 g 36.3%
Saturated Fat 9.5 g 47.5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 85 mg 28.3%
Sodium 1060 mg 44.2%
Total Carbohydrates 16.4 g 5.5%
Dietary Fiber 0.5 g2%
Sugars 9.6 g
Protein 21 g 42%
Vitamin A 6% Vitamin C 10%
Calcium 3% Iron 22%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per 100g | Calories 300
Protein 20 g | Carbs 60 g | Fat 0 g
Per 100g | Calories 198
Protein 9.7 g | Carbs 21.2 g | Fat 7.7 g
Per Serving | Calories 250
Protein 30 g | Carbs 7 g | Fat 10 g
Per Serving | Calories 299
Protein 28.3 g | Carbs 17 g | Fat 11.3 g
Per Serving | Calories 430
Protein 10.8 g | Carbs 61.2 g | Fat 17 g
Per Serving | Calories 426
Protein 5.3 g | Carbs 19.3 g | Fat 36.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 435
Protein 49.9 g | Carbs 6.4 g | Fat 22.2 g
Per Serving | Calories 248
Protein 17.2 g | Carbs 15.3 g | Fat 13.5 g