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Mexican Turkey Taco Meat - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Mexican Turkey Taco Meat Recipe

Mexican Turkey Taco Meat has a average-calorie, low-carb, high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin B6, Vitamin C and Niacin.

The food contains 7.6g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low 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 22.6 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 average PUFA.

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 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. Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Mexican Turkey Taco Meat has been given a composite ranking of 41, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein32%
 Calories from Fat58%
 Calories from Carbs11%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • Very high in Vitamin B6
  • Very high in Niacin
  • Very high in Vitamin C

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Cholesterol
  • Very high in Saturated Fat

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A0.75 IU0.01%Mid 40%Average
Retinol74.6 mcg
Vitamin C50.7 mg84.6%Top 10%Very High
Vitamin D16.4 IU4.1%Top 30%High
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin6 mg29.9%Top 10%Very High
Vitamin B60.75 mg37.3%Top 10%Very High
Folate20.9 mcg5.2%Mid 40%Average
Folic Acid0 mcg
Vitamin B120.75 mcg12.4%Top 10%Very High
Pantothenic Acid0.75 mg7.5%Top 30%High

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium64.9 mg6.5%Top 30%High
Iron2.2 mg12.4%Top 10%Very High
Magnesium33.6 mg8.4%Top 30%High
Phosphorus217.9 mg21.8%Top 10%Very High
Potassium376.1 mg10.7%Top 10%Very High
Sodium135 mg5.6%Mid 40%Average
Zinc2.2 mg14.9%Top 10%Very High
Copper0 mg
Manganese0 mg
Selenium20.1 mcg28.8%Top 30%High

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate5.7 g1.9%Bottom 30%Low
Dietary Fiber1.3 g5.1%Mid 40%Average
Sugars1 g
Glucose0.7 mg
Fructose0.7 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein16.9 g33.7%Top 10%Very High
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0.7 mg
Isoleucine0.7 mg
Leucine0.7 mg
Lysine1.5 mg
Methionine0.7 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0.7 mg
Tyrosine0.7 mg
Valine0.7 mg
Arginine1.5 mg
Histidine0.7 mg
Alanine0.7 mg
Aspartic Acid1.5 mg
Glutamic Acid3 mg
Glycine0.7 mg
Proline0 mg
Serine0.7 mg
Hydroxyproline0 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat13.6 g20.9%Top 30%High
Saturated Fat5.7 g28.7%Top 30%High
Monounsaturated Fat3.7 g
Polyunsaturated Fat2.2 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash1.5 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 283 Calories from Fat 164

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 18.2 g 28%

Saturated Fat 7.7 g 38.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 111.9 mg 37.3%

Sodium 180.9 mg 7.5%

Total Carbohydrates 7.6 g 2.5%

Dietary Fiber 1.7 g6.8%

Sugars 1.4 g

Protein 22.6 g 45.2%

Vitamin A 0% Vitamin C 113.3%

Calcium 8.7% Iron 16.7%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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