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Quesadilla Squares - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Quesadilla Squares Recipe

Quesadilla Squares has a very high-calorie, average-carb, very high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Vitamin B12, Vitamin C and Riboflavin.

The food contains 21.8g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low 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 27.5 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 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 very high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable 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 Quesadilla Squares has been given a composite ranking of 8, and sparingly.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein21%
 Calories from Fat62%
 Calories from Carbs17%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein

Why this is bad for you

  • Very 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 A379.7 IU7.6%Top 30%High
Retinol74.2 mcg
Vitamin C13.2 mg22%Top 30%High
Vitamin D25.8 IU6.5%Top 10%Very High
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0.55 mg32.3%Top 10%Very High
Niacin0.55 mg2.7%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate28.6 mcg7.1%Mid 40%Average
Folic Acid13.7 mcg
Vitamin B121.1 mcg18.3%Top 10%Very High
Pantothenic Acid0.55 mg5.5%Top 30%High

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium414.3 mg41.4%Top 10%Very High
Iron1.1 mg6.1%Mid 40%Average
Magnesium25.8 mg6.5%Top 30%High
Phosphorus363.7 mg36.4%Top 10%Very High
Potassium179.7 mg5.1%Mid 40%Average
Sodium734.7 mg30.6%Top 10%Very High
Zinc1.6 mg11%Top 30%High
Copper0 mg
Manganese0 mg
Selenium14.3 mcg20.4%Top 30%High

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate12 g4%Mid 40%Average
Dietary Fiber0.49 g2%Bottom 30%Low
Sugars4 g
Sucrose0 mg
Glucose0 mg
Fructose0 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein15.1 g30.2%Top 10%Very High
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0.5 mg
Isoleucine0.5 mg
Leucine0.5 mg
Lysine1.1 mg
Methionine0.5 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0.5 mg
Tyrosine0.5 mg
Valine1.1 mg
Arginine0.5 mg
Histidine0.5 mg
Alanine0.5 mg
Aspartic Acid1.1 mg
Glutamic Acid3.3 mg
Glycine0.5 mg
Proline1.6 mg
Serine1.1 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat19.7 g30.3%Top 30%High
Saturated Fat11.2 g56%Top 10%Very High
Monounsaturated Fat6 g
Polyunsaturated Fat1.1 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Water81.9 g
Ash3.8 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 521 Calories from Fat 322

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 35.8 g 55.1%

Saturated Fat 20.4 g 102%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 245.1 mg 81.7%

Sodium 1337.1 mg 55.7%

Total Carbohydrates 21.8 g 7.3%

Dietary Fiber 0.9 g3.6%

Sugars 7.3 g

Protein 27.5 g 55%

Vitamin A 13.8% Vitamin C 40%

Calcium 75.4% Iron 11.1%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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