Mexican Higado Tacos has a average-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12, Vitamin C, Vitamin D, Riboflavin, Niacin, Folate and Pantothenic Acid.
The food contains 32.2g 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. With 15.7 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's average MUFA and average PUFA.
It a good source of Vitamin B6 and Vitamin B12.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 11 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 is also a very high 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 91, for Mexican Higado Tacos, and we advise that this food on a regular basis.
Calories from Protein | 18% | |
Calories from Fat | 45% | |
Calories from Carbs | 37% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 9.1 IU | 0.2% | Mid 40% | Average |
Retinol | 2.4 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 11.2 mg | 18.7% | Top 30% | High |
Vitamin D | 26.1 IU | 6.5% | Top 10% | Very High |
Thiamin | 0 mg | |||
Riboflavin | 1.6 mg | 94.1% | Top 10% | Very High |
Niacin | 7.5 mg | 37.3% | Top 10% | Very High |
Vitamin B6 | 0.53 mg | 26.7% | Top 10% | Very High |
Folate | 160.3 mcg | 40.1% | Top 10% | Very High |
Folic Acid | 0 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 31.7 mcg | 528.9% | Top 10% | Very High |
Pantothenic Acid | 4 mg | 40% | Top 10% | Very High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 17.6 mg | 1.8% | Mid 40% | Average |
Iron | 2.9 mg | 16.3% | Top 10% | Very High |
Magnesium | 23.2 mg | 5.8% | Mid 40% | Average |
Phosphorus | 254.7 mg | 25.5% | Top 10% | Very High |
Potassium | 0.27 mg | 0.01% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Sodium | 173.9 mg | 7.2% | Mid 40% | Average |
Zinc | 2.4 mg | 16% | Top 10% | Very High |
Copper | 5.3 mg | 266.7% | Top 10% | Very High |
Manganese | 0.27 mg | 13.3% | Top 30% | High |
Selenium | 22.1 mcg | 31.6% | Top 10% | Very High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 8.6 g | 2.9% | Mid 40% | Average |
Dietary Fiber | 1.3 g | 5.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Sugars | 1.3 g | |||
Glucose | 0.5 mg | |||
Fructose | 0.5 mg | |||
Lactose | 0 mg | |||
Maltose | 0 mg | |||
Galactose | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 4.2 g | 8.4% | Mid 40% | Average |
Tryptophan | 0.3 mg | |||
Threonine | 0.5 mg | |||
Isoleucine | 0.5 mg | |||
Leucine | 0.5 mg | |||
Lysine | 0.8 mg | |||
Methionine | 0.3 mg | |||
Cystine | 0.3 mg | |||
Phenylalanine | 0.5 mg | |||
Tyrosine | 0.5 mg | |||
Valine | 0.8 mg | |||
Arginine | 0.8 mg | |||
Histidine | 0.3 mg | |||
Alanine | 0.8 mg | |||
Aspartic Acid | 1.1 mg | |||
Glutamic Acid | 1.6 mg | |||
Glycine | 0.5 mg | |||
Proline | 0 mg | |||
Serine | 0.5 mg | |||
Hydroxyproline | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 4.6 g | 7.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
Saturated Fat | 0.72 g | 3.6% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Monounsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.4 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Alcohol | 0 g | |||
Ash | 1.3 g | |||
Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
Theobromine | 0 mg |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 340 Calories from Fat 156
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 17.3 g 26.6%
Saturated Fat 2.7 g 13.5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 156.4 mg 52.1%
Sodium 652 mg 27.2%
Total Carbohydrates 32.2 g 10.7%
Dietary Fiber 5 g20%
Sugars 5 g
Protein 15.7 g 31.4%
Vitamin A 0.7% Vitamin C 70%
Calcium 6.6% Iron 61.1%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 279
Protein 6.6 g | Carbs 32.9 g | Fat 13.4 g
Per Serving | Calories 59
Protein 2 g | Carbs 2.15 g | Fat 4.9 g
Per Serving | Calories 88
Protein 10.5 g | Carbs 4.1 g | Fat 3.3 g
Per Serving | Calories 211
Protein 16.9 g | Carbs 5.7 g | Fat 13.6 g
Per Serving | Calories 145
Protein 4.3 g | Carbs 27.1 g | Fat 1.9 g
Per Serving | Calories 131
Protein 10.1 g | Carbs 13 g | Fat 4.5 g
Per Serving | Calories 135
Protein 8.7 g | Carbs 8 g | Fat 7.7 g
Per Serving | Calories 220
Protein 4.7 g | Carbs 32.5 g | Fat 7.9 g