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Spicy Chicken Quesadillas - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Spicy Chicken Quesadillas Recipe

Spicy Chicken Quesadillas has a very high-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Iron, Vitamin B6, Riboflavin, Niacin and Folate.

The food contains 41.5g 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 41.1 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 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 very high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable 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.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Spicy Chicken Quesadillas has been given a composite ranking of 56, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein30%
 Calories from Fat40%
 Calories from Carbs30%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • Very high in Vitamin B6
  • Very high in Niacin
  • Very high in Riboflavin
  • Very high in Calcium
  • High in Iron

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 A192 IU3.8%Top 30%High
Retinol30.9 mcg
Vitamin C2.4 mg4%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin D4.3 IU1.1%Mid 40%Average
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0.27 mg15.6%Top 10%Very High
Niacin3.5 mg17.3%Top 30%High
Vitamin B60.27 mg13.3%Top 30%High
Folate25.3 mcg6.3%Mid 40%Average
Folic Acid17 mcg
Vitamin B120.27 mcg4.4%Top 30%High
Pantothenic Acid0.27 mg2.7%Mid 40%Average

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium145.5 mg14.5%Top 10%Very High
Iron1.1 mg5.9%Mid 40%Average
Magnesium16.8 mg4.2%Mid 40%Average
Phosphorus148.9 mg14.9%Top 30%High
Potassium182.2 mg5.2%Mid 40%Average
Sodium355.7 mg14.8%Top 30%High
Zinc0.8 mg5.3%Mid 40%Average
Copper0 mg
Manganese0.27 mg13.3%Top 30%High
Selenium13.3 mcg19%Top 30%High

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate11 g3.7%Mid 40%Average
Dietary Fiber0.88 g3.5%Mid 40%Average
Sugars1 g
Glucose0 mg
Fructose0 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein10.9 g21.9%Top 30%High
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0.3 mg
Isoleucine0.5 mg
Leucine0.5 mg
Lysine0.8 mg
Methionine0.3 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0.5 mg
Tyrosine0.3 mg
Valine0.5 mg
Arginine0.5 mg
Histidine0.3 mg
Alanine0.5 mg
Aspartic Acid0.8 mg
Glutamic Acid2.1 mg
Glycine0.3 mg
Proline0 mg
Serine0.5 mg
Hydroxyproline0 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat6.6 g10.2%Mid 40%Average
Saturated Fat3.4 g16.8%Mid 40%Average
Monounsaturated Fat2.4 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.5 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash1.9 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 561 Calories from Fat 224

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 24.9 g 38.3%

Saturated Fat 12.6 g 63%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 95.9 mg 32%

Sodium 1337.4 mg 55.7%

Total Carbohydrates 41.5 g 13.8%

Dietary Fiber 3.3 g13.2%

Sugars 3.6 g

Protein 41.1 g 82.2%

Vitamin A 14.4% Vitamin C 15%

Calcium 54.7% Iron 22.2%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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