Taco Balls has a average-calorie, low-carb, high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium.
The food contains 8g 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. Its sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 35.6 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 low MUFA and low PUFA. In terms of Polyunsaturated Fat content it is ranked in the bottom 20% of all food items. It is also ranked in the bottom 20 percentile in terms of its Monounsaturated Fat content, which are considered among "good fats".
It has a high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a low-sodium diet. It is also an average 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 Taco Balls has been given a composite ranking of 6, and sparingly.
Calories from Protein | 43% | |
Calories from Fat | 47% | |
Calories from Carbs | 10% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 645 IU | 12.9% | ||
Vitamin C | 0.06 mg | 0.1% | ||
Vitamin D | 6.4 IU | 1.6% | ||
Vitamin E | 0.14 mg | 0.47% | ||
Thiamin | 0.01 mg | 0.5% | ||
Riboflavin | 0.21 mg | 12.4% | ||
Niacin | 0 mg | |||
Vitamin B6 | 0.02 mg | 0.9% | ||
Folate | 6 mcg | 1.5% | ||
Vitamin B12 | 0.13 mcg | 2.1% | ||
Pantothenic Acid | 0.16 mg | 1.6% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 202 mg | 20.2% | ||
Iron | 2.1 mg | 11.4% | ||
Magnesium | 1.2 mg | 0.3% | ||
Phosphorus | 385 mg | 38.5% | ||
Potassium | 155.8 mg | 4.5% | ||
Sodium | 881.3 mg | 36.7% | ||
Zinc | 0.92 mg | 6.1% | ||
Copper | 0 mg | 0.1% | ||
Manganese | 0 mg | 0.1% | ||
Selenium | 3.9 mcg | 5.5% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 8 g | 2.7% | ||
Dietary Fiber | 0.9 g | 3.6% | ||
Sugars | 3.8 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 35.6 g | 71.2% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 17.5 g | 26.9% | ||
Saturated Fat | 9.4 g | 47% | ||
Monounsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 334 Calories from Fat 0
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 17.5 g 26.9%
Saturated Fat 9.4 g 47%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 151.7 mg 50.6%
Sodium 881.3 mg 36.7%
Total Carbohydrates 8 g 2.7%
Dietary Fiber 0.9 g3.6%
Sugars 3.8 g
Protein 35.6 g 71.2%
Vitamin A 12.9% Vitamin C 0.1%
Calcium 20.2% Iron 11.4%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 185
Protein 10.1 g | Carbs 6.4 g | Fat 13.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 403
Protein 27.1 g | Carbs 13.5 g | Fat 25.4 g
Per Serving | Calories 347
Protein 24.5 g | Carbs 31.6 g | Fat 14.4 g
Per Serving | Calories 239
Protein 14.6 g | Carbs 7.3 g | Fat 16.7 g
Per Serving | Calories 291
Protein 37 g | Carbs 13.1 g | Fat 10.5 g
Per Serving | Calories 383
Protein 24.6 g | Carbs 36.6 g | Fat 19.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 268
Protein 47.8 g | Carbs 5.3 g | Fat 4.7 g
Per Serving | Calories 376
Protein 30.4 g | Carbs 53.6 g | Fat 4.6 g