Mexican Grilled Cheese has a average-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium.
The food contains 20.9g 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. With 13.4 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.
It has a high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a 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.
Based on the composite nutritive standing Mexican Grilled Cheese has been given a composite ranking of 10, and sparingly.
Calories from Protein | 19% | |
Calories from Fat | 53% | |
Calories from Carbs | 29% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 584.1 IU | 11.7% | Top 10% | Very High |
Retinol | 45.1 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 0 mg | |||
Vitamin D | 0 IU | |||
Thiamin | 0 mg | |||
Riboflavin | 0 mg | |||
Niacin | 1.2 mg | 6.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
Vitamin B6 | 0 mg | |||
Folate | 39 mcg | 9.8% | Top 30% | High |
Folic Acid | 34.1 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 0 mcg | |||
Pantothenic Acid | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Calcium | 339 mg | 33.9% | Top 10% | Very High |
Iron | 1.2 mg | 6.8% | Mid 40% | Average |
Magnesium | 15.9 mg | 4% | Mid 40% | Average |
Phosphorus | 447.6 mg | 44.8% | Top 10% | Very High |
Potassium | 270.7 mg | 7.7% | Top 30% | High |
Sodium | 1122.2 mg | 46.8% | Top 10% | Very High |
Zinc | 1.2 mg | 8.1% | Top 30% | High |
Copper | 0 mg | |||
Manganese | 0 mg | |||
Selenium | 12.2 mcg | 17.4% | Top 30% | High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 25.5 g | 8.5% | Top 30% | High |
Dietary Fiber | 1.1 g | 4.4% | Mid 40% | Average |
Sugars | 3.4 g | |||
Glucose | 0 mg | |||
Fructose | 0 mg | |||
Lactose | 0 mg | |||
Maltose | 0 mg | |||
Galactose | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Protein | 16.3 g | 32.7% | Top 10% | Very High |
Tryptophan | 0 mg | |||
Threonine | 0 mg | |||
Isoleucine | 0 mg | |||
Leucine | 0 mg | |||
Lysine | 0 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 | 0 mg | |||
Glutamic Acid | 2.4 mg | |||
Glycine | 0 mg | |||
Proline | 1.2 mg | |||
Serine | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Total Fat | 20.6 g | 31.7% | Top 30% | High |
Saturated Fat | 12 g | 59.8% | Top 10% | Very High |
Monounsaturated Fat | 3.7 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.2 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Alcohol | 0 g | |||
Ash | 3.7 g | |||
Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
Theobromine | 0 mg |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 290 Calories from Fat 152
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 16.9 g 26%
Saturated Fat 9.8 g 49%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 44.1 mg 14.7%
Sodium 920.2 mg 38.3%
Total Carbohydrates 20.9 g 7%
Dietary Fiber 0.9 g3.6%
Sugars 2.8 g
Protein 13.4 g 26.8%
Vitamin A 9.6% Vitamin C
Calcium 27.8% Iron 5.6%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 17
Protein 0.49 g | Carbs 1.87 g | Fat 0.84 g
Per Serving | Calories 317
Protein 17.4 g | Carbs 37.6 g | Fat 10.5 g
Per Serving | Calories 114
Protein 10.6 g | Carbs 15.5 g | Fat 1 g
Per Serving | Calories 179
Protein 12.8 g | Carbs 2.83 g | Fat 12.8 g
Per Serving | Calories 297
Protein 22.5 g | Carbs 12.9 g | Fat 16.6 g
Per Serving | Calories 111
Protein 9.4 g | Carbs 2.75 g | Fat 6.8 g
Per Serving | Calories 48
Protein 0.75 g | Carbs 8.8 g | Fat 1.3 g
Per Serving | Calories 119
Protein 2.1 g | Carbs 12.7 g | Fat 7.5 g