Ground Beef Mexican Style has a very high-calorie, high-carb, very high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Iron, Vitamin A, Vitamin B6, Vitamin C, Thiamin, Niacin and Folate.
The food contains 52.1g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average 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 33.8 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.
However, the very high fat content makes it unsuitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan.
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 10.08 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 belongs to Mexican cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.
Based on the composite nutritive standing Ground Beef Mexican Style has been given a composite ranking of 50, and in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 18% | |
Calories from Fat | 53% | |
Calories from Carbs | 28% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 1500 IU | 30% | ||
Vitamin C | 39.6 mg | 66% | ||
Thiamin | 1.1 mg | 75% | ||
Niacin | 26 mg | 130% | ||
Vitamin B6 | 0.8 mg | 40% | ||
Folate | 420 mcg | 105% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 280 mg | 28% | ||
Iron | 10.1 mg | 56% | ||
Magnesium | 120 mg | 30% | ||
Potassium | 923 mg | 26.4% | ||
Sodium | 592 mg | 24.7% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 52.1 g | 17.4% | ||
Dietary Fiber | 5.2 g | 20.8% | ||
Sugars | 6 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Protein | 33.8 g | 67.6% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 43.7 g | 67.2% | ||
Saturated Fat | 19.7 g | 98.5% |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 732 Calories from Fat 393
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 43.7 g 67.2%
Saturated Fat 19.7 g 98.5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 171 mg 57%
Sodium 592 mg 24.7%
Total Carbohydrates 52.1 g 17.4%
Dietary Fiber 5.2 g20.8%
Sugars 6 g
Protein 33.8 g 67.6%
Vitamin A 30% Vitamin C 66%
Calcium 28% Iron 56%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 346
Protein 21 g | Carbs 21.6 g | Fat 19.2 g
Per Serving | Calories 404
Protein 28.2 g | Carbs 25.1 g | Fat 21.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 536
Protein 25.3 g | Carbs 27.9 g | Fat 34.6 g
Per Serving | Calories 570
Protein 35.2 g | Carbs 72.9 g | Fat 15.5 g
Per Serving | Calories 265
Protein 21.2 g | Carbs 16.3 g | Fat 12.8 g
Per Serving | Calories 437
Protein 16.8 g | Carbs 32.6 g | Fat 26.4 g
Per Serving | Calories 310
Protein 23.8 g | Carbs 18 g | Fat 15.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 338
Protein 33.4 g | Carbs 21.7 g | Fat 12.6 g