Nacho Typical Macaroni 'n' Cheese has a high-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin C, Thiamin, Niacin and Folate.
The food contains 47.4g 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 18.6 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
Moreover, the average fat content makes it suitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. It's average MUFA and low 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 a low density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet. Besides other nutrients, it is average 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 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 37, for Nacho Typical Macaroni 'n' Cheese, and we advise that this food in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 21% | |
Calories from Fat | 24% | |
Calories from Carbs | 55% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 117.4 IU | 2.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Retinol | 0 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 25 mg | 41.7% | Top 10% | Very High |
Vitamin D | 2.2 IU | 0.5% | Mid 40% | Average |
Thiamin | 1.1 mg | 72.5% | Top 10% | Very High |
Riboflavin | 0 mg | |||
Niacin | 7.6 mg | 38% | Top 10% | Very High |
Vitamin B6 | 0 mg | |||
Folate | 164.1 mcg | 41% | Top 10% | Very High |
Folic Acid | 143.5 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 1.1 mcg | 18.1% | Top 10% | Very High |
Pantothenic Acid | 1.1 mg | 10.9% | Top 10% | Very High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 30.4 mg | 3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Iron | 3.3 mg | 18.1% | Top 10% | Very High |
Magnesium | 50 mg | 12.5% | Top 10% | Very High |
Phosphorus | 240.2 mg | 24% | Top 10% | Very High |
Potassium | 384.8 mg | 11% | Top 10% | Very High |
Sodium | 44.7 mg | 1.9% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Zinc | 3.3 mg | 21.7% | Top 10% | Very High |
Copper | 0 mg | |||
Manganese | 1.1 mg | 54.3% | Top 10% | Very High |
Selenium | 51.1 mcg | 73% | Top 10% | Very High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 51.5 g | 17.2% | Top 10% | Very High |
Dietary Fiber | 2.4 g | 9.6% | Top 30% | High |
Sugars | 2.1 g | |||
Glucose | 0 mg | |||
Fructose | 0 mg | |||
Lactose | 0 mg | |||
Maltose | 1.1 mg | |||
Galactose | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 20.2 g | 40.4% | Top 10% | Very High |
Tryptophan | 0 mg | |||
Threonine | 1.1 mg | |||
Isoleucine | 1.1 mg | |||
Leucine | 1.1 mg | |||
Lysine | 1.1 mg | |||
Methionine | 0 mg | |||
Cystine | 0 mg | |||
Phenylalanine | 1.1 mg | |||
Tyrosine | 0 mg | |||
Valine | 1.1 mg | |||
Arginine | 1.1 mg | |||
Histidine | 1.1 mg | |||
Alanine | 1.1 mg | |||
Aspartic Acid | 1.1 mg | |||
Glutamic Acid | 4.3 mg | |||
Glycine | 1.1 mg | |||
Proline | 0 mg | |||
Serine | 1.1 mg | |||
Hydroxyproline | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 10.1 g | 15.6% | Mid 40% | Average |
Saturated Fat | 3.7 g | 18.5% | Mid 40% | Average |
Monounsaturated Fat | 4.3 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.1 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Alcohol | 0 g | |||
Ash | 1.1 g | |||
Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
Theobromine | 0 mg |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 355 Calories from Fat 84
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 9.3 g 14.3%
Saturated Fat 3.4 g 17%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 38 mg 12.7%
Sodium 41.1 mg 1.7%
Total Carbohydrates 47.4 g 15.8%
Dietary Fiber 2.2 g8.8%
Sugars 1.9 g
Protein 18.6 g 37.2%
Vitamin A 2.2% Vitamin C 38.3%
Calcium 2.8% Iron 16.7%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 160
Protein 8.2 g | Carbs 15.6 g | Fat 7 g
Per Serving | Calories 177
Protein 6.3 g | Carbs 16.3 g | Fat 9.6 g
Per Serving | Calories 143
Protein 8.7 g | Carbs 13.6 g | Fat 6 g
Per Serving | Calories 320
Protein 13.9 g | Carbs 24.2 g | Fat 18.6 g
Per Serving | Calories 51
Protein 0.83 g | Carbs 7.5 g | Fat 2.5 g
Per Serving | Calories 95
Protein 2 g | Carbs 6.5 g | Fat 7.4 g
Per Serving | Calories 178
Protein 15.9 g | Carbs 7.3 g | Fat 9.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 415
Protein 12.6 g | Carbs 43.6 g | Fat 20.9 g