Homemade Chili Con Carne has a high-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12, Niacin and Folate.
The food contains 27.6g 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. Its sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 23.5 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 average MUFA and low PUFA. In terms of Polyunsaturated Fat content it is ranked in the bottom 20% of all food items. It is also ranked in the bottom 20 percentile in terms of its Monounsaturated Fat content, which are considered among "good fats".
It a good source of Vitamin B6 and Vitamin B12.
It gives a good yield of Iron at 3.8 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 an average density of Sodium, thus making it suitable 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 is also a high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.
It belongs to Mexican cuisine.
Based on the composite nutritive standing Homemade Chili Con Carne has been given a composite ranking of 65, and in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 25% | |
Calories from Fat | 46% | |
Calories from Carbs | 29% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 565 IU | 11.3% | ||
Vitamin C | 7.7 mg | 12.8% | ||
Vitamin D | 0 IU | |||
Vitamin E | 0.88 mg | 2.9% | ||
Thiamin | 0.25 mg | 16.6% | ||
Riboflavin | 0.3 mg | 17.6% | ||
Niacin | 5.5 mg | 27.7% | ||
Vitamin B6 | 0.45 mg | 22.3% | ||
Folate | 117.6 mcg | 29.4% | ||
Vitamin B12 | 2.1 mcg | 35.4% | ||
Pantothenic Acid | 0.75 mg | 7.5% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 39 mg | 3.9% | ||
Iron | 3.8 mg | 21.1% | ||
Magnesium | 80 mg | 20% | ||
Phosphorus | 258 mg | 25.8% | ||
Potassium | 752.4 mg | 21.5% | ||
Sodium | 332.7 mg | 13.9% | ||
Zinc | 4.6 mg | 30.5% | ||
Copper | 0.28 mg | 14.1% | ||
Manganese | 0.45 mg | 22.5% | ||
Selenium | 15.7 mcg | 22.4% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 27.6 g | 9.2% | ||
Dietary Fiber | 7.5 g | 30% | ||
Sugars | 3.4 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 23.5 g | 47% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 19.6 g | 30.2% | ||
Saturated Fat | 7.7 g | 38.5% | ||
Monounsaturated Fat | 8.3 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.2 g |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 377 Calories from Fat 0
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 19.6 g 30.2%
Saturated Fat 7.7 g 38.5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 68 mg 22.7%
Sodium 332.7 mg 13.9%
Total Carbohydrates 27.6 g 9.2%
Dietary Fiber 7.5 g30%
Sugars 3.4 g
Protein 23.5 g 47%
Vitamin A 11.3% Vitamin C 12.8%
Calcium 3.9% Iron 21.1%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 306
Protein 18.7 g | Carbs 16.1 g | Fat 18 g
Per Serving | Calories 186
Protein 15.6 g | Carbs 21.9 g | Fat 3.2 g
Per Serving | Calories 229
Protein 21.5 g | Carbs 26.3 g | Fat 4.3 g
Per Serving | Calories 248
Protein 18.7 g | Carbs 42.4 g | Fat 1.3 g
Per Serving | Calories 319
Protein 16.2 g | Carbs 3.9 g | Fat 26.4 g
Per Serving | Calories 167
Protein 16.4 g | Carbs 22.2 g | Fat 1.6 g
Per Serving | Calories 380
Protein 21 g | Carbs 23.8 g | Fat 21.3 g
Per Serving | Calories 265
Protein 29.3 g | Carbs 19.9 g | Fat 6.1 g