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Potato-Chorizo Tacos With Simple Avocado Salsa - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Potato-Chorizo Tacos With Simple Avocado Salsa Recipe

Potato-Chorizo Tacos With Simple Avocado Salsa has a very high-calorie, high-carb, very high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12, Vitamin C, Thiamin, Niacin and Folate.

The food contains 67.9g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is high 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 29.3 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 very high fat content makes it unsuitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. It's high 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 4 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. 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 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 Potato-Chorizo Tacos With Simple Avocado Salsa has been given a composite ranking of 79, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein15%
 Calories from Fat50%
 Calories from Carbs35%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • Very high in Vitamin B6
  • Very high in Niacin
  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • Very high in Thiamin
  • Very high in Dietary Fiber

Why this is bad for you

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

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A31.4 IU0.6%Mid 40%Average
Retinol0 mcg
Vitamin C5.9 mg9.9%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin D12.3 IU3.1%Top 30%High
Thiamin0.24 mg15.8%Top 10%Very High
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin2.1 mg10.6%Top 30%High
Vitamin B60.24 mg11.8%Top 30%High
Folate20.8 mcg5.2%Mid 40%Average
Folic Acid0 mcg
Vitamin B120.47 mcg7.9%Top 30%High
Pantothenic Acid0.47 mg4.7%Top 30%High

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium22.7 mg2.3%Mid 40%Average
Iron0.95 mg5.3%Mid 40%Average
Magnesium30 mg7.5%Top 30%High
Phosphorus118.2 mg11.8%Mid 40%Average
Potassium0.24 mg0.01%Bottom 30%Low
Sodium259.5 mg10.8%Mid 40%Average
Zinc1.2 mg7.9%Top 30%High
Copper0.24 mg11.8%Top 10%Very High
Manganese0.24 mg11.8%Top 30%High
Selenium5.7 mcg8.1%Mid 40%Average

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate16.1 g5.4%Mid 40%Average
Dietary Fiber2.8 g11.3%Top 30%High
Sugars1.1 g
Glucose0.2 mg
Fructose0.2 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein6.9 g13.9%Mid 40%Average
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0.5 mg
Isoleucine0.5 mg
Leucine0.5 mg
Lysine0.5 mg
Methionine0.2 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0.2 mg
Tyrosine0.2 mg
Valine0.2 mg
Arginine0.5 mg
Histidine0.2 mg
Alanine0.5 mg
Aspartic Acid0.7 mg
Glutamic Acid1.2 mg
Glycine0.5 mg
Proline0.5 mg
Serine0.2 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat10.4 g16%Mid 40%Average
Saturated Fat3.3 g16.4%Mid 40%Average
Monounsaturated Fat5.2 g
Polyunsaturated Fat1.2 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash1.7 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 773 Calories from Fat 395

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 43.9 g 67.5%

Saturated Fat 13.9 g 69.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 74.8 mg 24.9%

Sodium 1097.5 mg 45.7%

Total Carbohydrates 67.9 g 22.6%

Dietary Fiber 12 g48%

Sugars 4.5 g

Protein 29.3 g 58.6%

Vitamin A 2.7% Vitamin C 41.7%

Calcium 9.6% Iron 22.2%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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