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Sizzling Tex-Mex Fajitas - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Sizzling Tex-Mex Fajitas Recipe

Sizzling Tex-Mex Fajitas has a high-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12, Vitamin C and Niacin.

The food contains 16.4g 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 34.4 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 high fat content makes it unsuitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. It's average MUFA and low 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. 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. 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.

Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 74, for Sizzling Tex-Mex Fajitas, and we advise that this food in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein35%
 Calories from Fat48%
 Calories from Carbs17%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • Very high in Vitamin B6
  • Very high in Niacin
  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • High in Iron
  • Very high in Vitamin B12

Why this is bad for you

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

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A65.9 IU1.3%Mid 40%Average
Retinol0 mcg
Vitamin C23.3 mg38.9%Top 10%Very High
Vitamin D0 IU
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin2.4 mg11.8%Top 30%High
Vitamin B60.34 mg16.9%Top 30%High
Folate15.2 mcg3.8%Mid 40%Average
Folic Acid4.4 mcg
Vitamin B122 mcg33.8%Top 10%Very High
Pantothenic Acid0 mg

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium18.9 mg1.9%Mid 40%Average
Iron1.4 mg7.5%Top 30%High
Magnesium16.2 mg4.1%Mid 40%Average
Phosphorus117.9 mg11.8%Mid 40%Average
Potassium266.6 mg7.6%Top 30%High
Sodium222.7 mg9.3%Mid 40%Average
Zinc2.7 mg18%Top 10%Very High
Copper0 mg
Manganese0 mg
Selenium9.1 mcg13%Mid 40%Average

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate5.5 g1.8%Bottom 30%Low
Dietary Fiber0.68 g2.7%Mid 40%Average
Sugars1.1 g
Glucose0.3 mg
Fructose0.3 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein11.6 g23.2%Top 30%High
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0.7 mg
Isoleucine0.7 mg
Leucine0.7 mg
Lysine1 mg
Methionine0.3 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0.3 mg
Tyrosine0.3 mg
Valine0.7 mg
Arginine0.7 mg
Histidine0.3 mg
Alanine0.7 mg
Aspartic Acid1 mg
Glutamic Acid2 mg
Glycine0.7 mg
Proline0 mg
Serine0.3 mg
Hydroxyproline0 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat6.9 g10.7%Mid 40%Average
Saturated Fat2 g10.1%Mid 40%Average
Monounsaturated Fat4.1 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.7 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash1.4 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 391 Calories from Fat 184

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 20.5 g 31.5%

Saturated Fat 6 g 30%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 98.2 mg 32.7%

Sodium 659.2 mg 27.5%

Total Carbohydrates 16.4 g 5.5%

Dietary Fiber 2 g8%

Sugars 3.2 g

Protein 34.4 g 68.8%

Vitamin A 3.9% Vitamin C 115%

Calcium 5.6% Iron 22.2%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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