Skirt Steak for Fajitas has a very high-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12, Thiamin, Niacin and Folate.
The food contains 48.7g 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 45.5 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 high fat content of this product makes it unsuitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. It's average MUFA and average PUFA.
It a good source of Vitamin B6 and Vitamin B12.
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. 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 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 58, for Skirt Steak for Fajitas, and we advise that this food in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 29% | |
Calories from Fat | 39% | |
Calories from Carbs | 32% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 5.9 IU | 0.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
Retinol | 0 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 2 mg | 3.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Vitamin D | 0 IU | |||
Thiamin | 0.28 mg | 18.6% | Top 10% | Very High |
Riboflavin | 0 mg | |||
Niacin | 2.5 mg | 12.6% | Top 30% | High |
Vitamin B6 | 0.28 mg | 14% | Top 30% | High |
Folate | 28.8 mcg | 7.2% | Mid 40% | Average |
Folic Acid | 21.5 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 1.4 mcg | 23.3% | Top 10% | Very High |
Pantothenic Acid | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 35.8 mg | 3.6% | Mid 40% | Average |
Iron | 1.7 mg | 9.3% | Top 30% | High |
Magnesium | 15.9 mg | 4% | Mid 40% | Average |
Phosphorus | 112.6 mg | 11.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Potassium | 199.2 mg | 5.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
Sodium | 586.5 mg | 24.4% | Top 10% | Very High |
Zinc | 2 mg | 13% | Top 10% | Very High |
Copper | 0 mg | |||
Manganese | 0.28 mg | 14% | Top 30% | High |
Selenium | 11.2 mcg | 16% | Mid 40% | Average |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 13.6 g | 4.5% | Mid 40% | Average |
Dietary Fiber | 0.78 g | 3.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
Sugars | 1.2 g | |||
Glucose | 0.3 mg | |||
Fructose | 0.3 mg | |||
Lactose | 0 mg | |||
Maltose | 0 mg | |||
Galactose | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 12.7 g | 25.4% | Top 30% | High |
Tryptophan | 0 mg | |||
Threonine | 0.6 mg | |||
Isoleucine | 0.6 mg | |||
Leucine | 0.6 mg | |||
Lysine | 0.8 mg | |||
Methionine | 0.3 mg | |||
Cystine | 0 mg | |||
Phenylalanine | 0.6 mg | |||
Tyrosine | 0.3 mg | |||
Valine | 0.6 mg | |||
Arginine | 0.6 mg | |||
Histidine | 0.3 mg | |||
Alanine | 0.6 mg | |||
Aspartic Acid | 0.8 mg | |||
Glutamic Acid | 2 mg | |||
Glycine | 0.6 mg | |||
Proline | 0 mg | |||
Serine | 0.6 mg | |||
Hydroxyproline | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 7.5 g | 11.5% | Mid 40% | Average |
Saturated Fat | 2.1 g | 10.5% | Mid 40% | Average |
Monounsaturated Fat | 3.1 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Alcohol | 0 g | |||
Ash | 2.2 g | |||
Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
Theobromine | 0 mg |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 627 Calories from Fat 241
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 26.8 g 41.2%
Saturated Fat 7.5 g 37.5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 80.2 mg 26.7%
Sodium 2099.5 mg 87.5%
Total Carbohydrates 48.7 g 16.2%
Dietary Fiber 2.8 g11.2%
Sugars 4.3 g
Protein 45.5 g 91%
Vitamin A 0.4% Vitamin C 11.7%
Calcium 12.8% Iron 33.3%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 190
Protein 12.2 g | Carbs 14.5 g | Fat 9.2 g
Per Serving | Calories 264
Protein 24.8 g | Carbs 2.47 g | Fat 16.7 g
Per Serving | Calories 247
Protein 13.4 g | Carbs 22.3 g | Fat 11.7 g
Per Serving | Calories 385
Protein 23 g | Carbs 31 g | Fat 21 g
Per Serving | Calories 315
Protein 4.7 g | Carbs 30.6 g | Fat 20.2 g
Per Serving | Calories 32
Protein 2.2 g | Carbs 4 g | Fat 1.2 g
Per Serving | Calories 127
Protein 14.4 g | Carbs 0.36 g | Fat 7.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 125
Protein 8.2 g | Carbs 9.7 g | Fat 5.8 g