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Mexican Tortilla Casserole (Updated) - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Mexican Tortilla Casserole (Updated) Recipe

Mexican Tortilla Casserole (Updated) has a high-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium.

The food contains 34.7g 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 30.2 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 high fat content makes it unsuitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. 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".

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.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Mexican Tortilla Casserole (Updated) has been given a composite ranking of 41, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein30%
 Calories from Fat36%
 Calories from Carbs34%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • Very high in Dietary Fiber
  • High in Calcium

Why this is bad for you

  • High in Cholesterol
  • Very high in Saturated Fat
  • Very high in Sodium

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A315 IU6.3%
Vitamin C0 mg
Vitamin D3.2 IU0.8%
Vitamin E0.1 mg0.33%
Thiamin0.01 mg0.5%
Riboflavin0.11 mg6.2%
Niacin0.02 mg0.1%
Vitamin B60.02 mg1%
Folate5.2 mcg1.3%
Vitamin B120.23 mcg3.9%
Pantothenic Acid0.12 mg1.2%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium230 mg23%
Iron2.6 mg14.4%
Magnesium8 mg2%
Phosphorus145 mg14.5%
Potassium27.7 mg0.8%
Sodium758.9 mg31.6%
Zinc0.89 mg5.9%
Copper0.01 mg0.4%
Manganese0 mg0.1%
Selenium3.9 mcg5.6%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate34.7 g11.6%
Dietary Fiber9.5 g38%
Sugars2 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein30.2 g60.4%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat16.4 g25.2%
Saturated Fat8 g40%
Monounsaturated Fat2.7 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.3 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 406 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 16.4 g 25.2%

Saturated Fat 8 g 40%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 83 mg 27.7%

Sodium 758.9 mg 31.6%

Total Carbohydrates 34.7 g 11.6%

Dietary Fiber 9.5 g38%

Sugars 2 g

Protein 30.2 g 60.4%

Vitamin A 6.3% Vitamin C

Calcium 23% Iron 14.4%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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