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Taco Bell Meat for Soft or Hard Shells - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Taco Bell Taco Meat for Soft or Hard Shells Recipe

Taco Bell Taco Meat for Soft or Hard Shells has a high-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Vitamin B12, Niacin and Folate.

The food contains 41.4g 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 24.7 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. It's average MUFA and low PUFA.

It gives a good yield of Iron at 5 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 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 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 Taco Bell Taco Meat for Soft or Hard Shells has been given a composite ranking of 24, and sparingly.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein24%
 Calories from Fat37%
 Calories from Carbs40%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • Very high in Niacin
  • High in Iron
  • Very high in Vitamin B12
  • High in Folate

Why this is bad for you

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

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietAVERAGE

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A573.3 IU11.5%Top 10%Very High
Retinol25 mcg
Vitamin C0.83 mg1.4%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin D5 IU1.3%Mid 40%Average
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin5.8 mg29.2%Top 10%Very High
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate71.7 mcg17.9%Top 10%Very High
Folic Acid53.3 mcg
Vitamin B121.7 mcg27.8%Top 10%Very High
Pantothenic Acid0.83 mg8.3%Top 10%Very High

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium161.7 mg16.2%Top 10%Very High
Iron4.2 mg23.1%Top 10%Very High
Magnesium32.5 mg8.1%Top 30%High
Phosphorus250.8 mg25.1%Top 10%Very High
Potassium354.2 mg10.1%Top 10%Very High
Sodium978.5 mg40.8%Top 10%Very High
Zinc4.2 mg27.8%Top 10%Very High
Copper0 mg
Manganese0 mg
Selenium26.7 mcg38.1%Top 10%Very High

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate34.5 g11.5%Top 30%High
Dietary Fiber2.5 g10%Top 30%High
Sugars1.5 g
Glucose0 mg
Fructose0 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein20.6 g41.2%Top 10%Very High
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0.8 mg
Isoleucine0.8 mg
Leucine0.8 mg
Lysine1.7 mg
Methionine0.8 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0.8 mg
Tyrosine0.8 mg
Valine0.8 mg
Arginine0.8 mg
Histidine0.8 mg
Alanine0.8 mg
Aspartic Acid1.7 mg
Glutamic Acid4.2 mg
Glycine0.8 mg
Proline0 mg
Serine0.8 mg
Hydroxyproline0 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat14.3 g21.9%Top 30%High
Saturated Fat5.8 g28.8%Top 30%High
Monounsaturated Fat5.8 g
Polyunsaturated Fat1.7 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash4.2 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 425 Calories from Fat 154

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 17.1 g 26.3%

Saturated Fat 6.9 g 34.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 61.5 mg 20.5%

Sodium 1174.2 mg 48.9%

Total Carbohydrates 41.4 g 13.8%

Dietary Fiber 3 g12%

Sugars 1.8 g

Protein 24.7 g 49.4%

Vitamin A 13.8% Vitamin C 1.7%

Calcium 19.4% Iron 27.8%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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