Taco Bell - TACO BELL, Original Taco With Beef has a average-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and high-protein content.
The food contains 18g 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 10.79 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
Because of its high fat content, it could be unsuitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. A quick glance at the fat profile reveals that it is high in saturated fats and low in trans fats. It's average MUFA and low PUFA. The omega-3 content is average.
It has an average density of Sodium, thus making it suitable 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 an average source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.
It belongs to American cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Snack.
Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 63, for Taco Bell - TACO BELL, Original Taco With Beef, and we advise that this food in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 18% | |
Calories from Fat | 51% | |
Calories from Carbs | 30% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 77 IU | 1.5% | Mid 40% | Average |
Retinol Activity Equivalent | 4 mcg | |||
Alpha Carotene | 0 mcg | |||
Beta Carotene | 46 mcg | |||
Beta Cryptoxanthin | 0 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 0 mg | |||
Vitamin E | 0.6 mg | 2% | Mid 40% | Average |
Beta Tocopherol | 0 mg | |||
Gamma Tocopherol | 2.2 mg | |||
Delta Tocopherol | 1.1 mg | |||
Vitamin K | 15.3 mcg | 19.1% | Top 30% | High |
Thiamin | 0.09 mg | 6.2% | Mid 40% | Average |
Riboflavin | 0.19 mg | 11.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
Niacin | 1.9 mg | 9.6% | Mid 40% | Average |
Vitamin B6 | 0.14 mg | 7.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
Folate | 19 mcg | 4.7% | Top 30% | High |
Food Folate | 17 mcg | |||
Folic Acid | 2 mcg | |||
Dietary Folate Equivalents | 21 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 0.96 mcg | 16% | Top 30% | High |
Pantothenic Acid | 0.19 mg | 1.9% | Mid 40% | Average |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 79 mg | 7.9% | Top 30% | High |
Iron | 1.9 mg | 10.4% | Mid 40% | Average |
Magnesium | 33 mg | 8.3% | Top 30% | High |
Phosphorus | 178 mg | 17.8% | Mid 40% | Average |
Potassium | 216 mg | 6.2% | Mid 40% | Average |
Sodium | 447 mg | 18.6% | Top 30% | High |
Zinc | 2.2 mg | 14.8% | Mid 40% | Average |
Copper | 0.08 mg | 3.8% | Mid 40% | Average |
Manganese | 0.28 mg | 13.8% | Mid 40% | Average |
Selenium | 9.2 mcg | 13.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 18 g | 6% | Mid 40% | Average |
Dietary Fiber | 3.6 g | 14.4% | Top 30% | High |
Starch | 14.4 g | |||
Sugars | 0 g | |||
Sucrose | 0 mg | |||
Glucose | 0 mg | |||
Fructose | 0 mg | |||
Lactose | 0 mg | |||
Maltose | 0 mg | |||
Galactose | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 10.8 g | 21.6% | Mid 40% | Average |
Tryptophan | 98 mg | |||
Threonine | 453.1 mg | |||
Isoleucine | 425 mg | |||
Leucine | 898.9 mg | |||
Lysine | 759.9 mg | |||
Methionine | 216 mg | |||
Cystine | 110 mg | |||
Phenylalanine | 470 mg | |||
Tyrosine | 337 mg | |||
Valine | 518 mg | |||
Arginine | 593 mg | |||
Histidine | 307 mg | |||
Alanine | 635 mg | |||
Aspartic Acid | 971 mg | |||
Glutamic Acid | 1843 mg | |||
Glycine | 642 mg | |||
Proline | 719.1 mg | |||
Serine | 497 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 13.5 g | 20.7% | Top 30% | High |
Saturated Fat | 4.7 g | 23.3% | Top 30% | High |
Monounsaturated Fat | 5.4 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.1 g | |||
Total Trans Fatty Acids | 0 g | |||
Total Omega 3 Fatty Acids | 127 mg | |||
Total Omega 6 Fatty Acids | 1952.1 mg |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 236 Calories from Fat 121
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 13.5 g 20.7%
Saturated Fat 4.7 g 23.3%
Trans Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 31 mg 10.3%
Sodium 447 mg 18.6%
Total Carbohydrates 18 g 6%
Dietary Fiber 3.6 g14.4%
Sugars 0 g
Protein 10.8 g 21.6%
Vitamin A 1.5% Vitamin C
Calcium 7.9% Iron 10.4%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per 100g | Calories 225
Protein 11.8 g | Carbs 17.2 g | Fat 12.1 g
Per 100g | Calories 189
Protein 8.1 g | Carbs 21.1 g | Fat 8.1 g
Per 100g | Calories 170
Protein 6.7 g | Carbs 15.1 g | Fat 9.2 g
Per 100g | Calories 183
Protein 9.1 g | Carbs 20.3 g | Fat 7.3 g
Per 100g | Calories 167
Protein 0 g | Carbs 4.8 g | Fat 14.3 g
Per 100g | Calories 190
Protein 4.8 g | Carbs 4.8 g | Fat 19 g
Per 100g | Calories 219
Protein 11.8 g | Carbs 19.7 g | Fat 10.3 g
Per 100g | Calories 225
Protein 11.8 g | Carbs 17.2 g | Fat 12.1 g
Per 100g | Calories 357
Protein 28.6 g | Carbs 0 g | Fat 28.6 g
Per 100g | Calories 357
Protein 28.6 g | Carbs 0 g | Fat 28.6 g
Per 100g | Calories 219
Protein 11.8 g | Carbs 19.7 g | Fat 10.3 g
Per 100g | Calories 202
Protein 14.3 g | Carbs 19.6 g | Fat 7.3 g