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Low-carb Chicken Fajitas - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Low-carb Chicken Fajitas Recipe

Low-carb Chicken Fajitas has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium and Vitamin C.

The food contains 35g 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 low sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 18.3 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 average fat content, it could be suitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. It's low 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 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 an average 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 74, for Low-carb Chicken Fajitas, and we advise that this food in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein27%
 Calories from Fat22%
 Calories from Carbs51%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • Very high in Calcium

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Sodium

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A590 IU11.8%
Vitamin C172.6 mg287.7%
Vitamin D0 IU
Vitamin E0.48 mg1.6%
Thiamin0.05 mg3.3%
Riboflavin0.04 mg2.6%
Niacin2.9 mg14.3%
Vitamin B60.29 mg14.3%
Folate30 mcg7.5%
Vitamin B120.07 mcg1.1%
Pantothenic Acid0.33 mg3.3%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium348 mg34.8%
Iron1.7 mg9.5%
Magnesium19.2 mg4.8%
Phosphorus66 mg6.6%
Potassium285.6 mg8.2%
Sodium814.6 mg33.9%
Zinc0.36 mg2.4%
Copper0.12 mg6.2%
Manganese0.15 mg7.5%
Selenium3.6 mcg5.1%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate35 g11.7%
Dietary Fiber2.3 g9.2%
Sugars2.3 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein18.3 g36.6%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat6.8 g10.5%
Saturated Fat1.6 g8%
Monounsaturated Fat2.5 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.4 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 272 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 6.8 g 10.5%

Saturated Fat 1.6 g 8%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 15.3 mg 5.1%

Sodium 814.6 mg 33.9%

Total Carbohydrates 35 g 11.7%

Dietary Fiber 2.3 g9.2%

Sugars 2.3 g

Protein 18.3 g 36.6%

Vitamin A 11.8% Vitamin C 287.7%

Calcium 34.8% Iron 9.5%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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