My Taco Salad 1 has a very high-calorie, high-carb, very high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Iron, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12, Vitamin C, Riboflavin, Niacin and Folate.
The food contains 56.2g 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 47 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.
Not only that, the very high fat content of this product makes it unsuitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. It's high MUFA and high 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 6 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. 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. Besides other nutrients, it is high in Magnesium, which is an essential micronutrient needed to keep muscle and nerve functioning normal and heart beat rhythmic. It also helps to support a healthy immune system, and keeps bones strong. 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 Side Dish.
Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 65, for My Taco Salad 1, and we advise that this food in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 19% | |
Calories from Fat | 58% | |
Calories from Carbs | 23% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 0.39 IU | 0.01% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Retinol | 38.9 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 2.7 mg | 4.5% | Mid 40% | Average |
Vitamin D | 4.5 IU | 1.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
Thiamin | 0 mg | |||
Riboflavin | 0.19 mg | 11.4% | Top 30% | High |
Niacin | 1.8 mg | 8.8% | Mid 40% | Average |
Vitamin B6 | 0.19 mg | 9.7% | Top 30% | High |
Folate | 22.8 mcg | 5.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
Folic Acid | 0 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 0.78 mcg | 13% | Top 10% | Very High |
Pantothenic Acid | 0.39 mg | 3.9% | Mid 40% | Average |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 108 mg | 10.8% | Top 30% | High |
Iron | 1.2 mg | 6.5% | Mid 40% | Average |
Magnesium | 27.2 mg | 6.8% | Top 30% | High |
Phosphorus | 158.9 mg | 15.9% | Top 30% | High |
Potassium | 0.19 mg | 0.01% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Sodium | 197.4 mg | 8.2% | Mid 40% | Average |
Zinc | 1.9 mg | 13% | Top 10% | Very High |
Copper | 0 mg | |||
Manganese | 0.19 mg | 9.7% | Top 30% | High |
Selenium | 7.2 mcg | 10.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 10.9 g | 3.6% | Mid 40% | Average |
Dietary Fiber | 0.95 g | 3.8% | Mid 40% | Average |
Sugars | 1.8 g | |||
Glucose | 0.4 mg | |||
Fructose | 0.4 mg | |||
Lactose | 0 mg | |||
Maltose | 0 mg | |||
Galactose | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Protein | 9.1 g | 18.3% | Top 30% | High |
Tryptophan | 0 mg | |||
Threonine | 0.4 mg | |||
Isoleucine | 0.4 mg | |||
Leucine | 0.4 mg | |||
Lysine | 0.8 mg | |||
Methionine | 0.2 mg | |||
Cystine | 0 mg | |||
Phenylalanine | 0.4 mg | |||
Tyrosine | 0.4 mg | |||
Valine | 0.6 mg | |||
Arginine | 0.6 mg | |||
Histidine | 0.4 mg | |||
Alanine | 0.6 mg | |||
Aspartic Acid | 0.8 mg | |||
Glutamic Acid | 1.8 mg | |||
Glycine | 0.6 mg | |||
Proline | 0 mg | |||
Serine | 0.4 mg | |||
Hydroxyproline | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Total Fat | 12.5 g | 19.3% | Top 30% | High |
Saturated Fat | 4.7 g | 23.7% | Top 30% | High |
Monounsaturated Fat | 4.5 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.1 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Alcohol | 0 g | |||
Ash | 1.8 g | |||
Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
Theobromine | 0 mg |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 996 Calories from Fat 581
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 64.5 g 99.2%
Saturated Fat 24.4 g 122%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 161 mg 53.7%
Sodium 1014.5 mg 42.3%
Total Carbohydrates 56.2 g 18.7%
Dietary Fiber 4.9 g19.6%
Sugars 9 g
Protein 47 g 94%
Vitamin A 0% Vitamin C 23.3%
Calcium 55.5% Iron 33.3%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 234
Protein 11.9 g | Carbs 6.4 g | Fat 18 g
Per Serving | Calories 282
Protein 12.5 g | Carbs 18.3 g | Fat 17.9 g
Per Serving | Calories 156
Protein 10.1 g | Carbs 4.9 g | Fat 10.8 g
Per Serving | Calories 186
Protein 7.2 g | Carbs 7.3 g | Fat 14.3 g
Per Serving | Calories 157
Protein 11.4 g | Carbs 4.4 g | Fat 10.7 g
Per Serving | Calories 25
Protein 0.94 g | Carbs 5.6 g | Fat 0.31 g
Per Serving | Calories 311
Protein 7.9 g | Carbs 1.89 g | Fat 29.4 g
Per Serving | Calories 378
Protein 20.4 g | Carbs 39.8 g | Fat 15.2 g