Taco Casserole 1 has a high-calorie, low-carb, very high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Vitamin B12 and Niacin.
The food contains 2.5g 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 low sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 35.3 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.
Because of its very 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 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 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.
Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 41, for Taco Casserole 1, and we advise that this food in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 30% | |
Calories from Fat | 68% | |
Calories from Carbs | 2% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 340.8 IU | 6.8% | Top 30% | High |
Retinol | 53.1 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 2.5 mg | 4.2% | Mid 40% | Average |
Vitamin D | 6.5 IU | 1.6% | Mid 40% | Average |
Thiamin | 0 mg | |||
Riboflavin | 0 mg | |||
Niacin | 2.2 mg | 10.8% | Top 30% | High |
Vitamin B6 | 0 mg | |||
Folate | 9.7 mcg | 2.4% | Mid 40% | Average |
Folic Acid | 0 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 1.1 mcg | 18.1% | Top 10% | Very High |
Pantothenic Acid | 0.36 mg | 3.6% | Mid 40% | Average |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Calcium | 157.4 mg | 15.7% | Top 10% | Very High |
Iron | 1.1 mg | 6% | Mid 40% | Average |
Magnesium | 15.5 mg | 3.9% | Mid 40% | Average |
Phosphorus | 180.9 mg | 18.1% | Top 30% | High |
Potassium | 188.8 mg | 5.4% | Mid 40% | Average |
Sodium | 154.6 mg | 6.4% | Mid 40% | Average |
Zinc | 2.5 mg | 16.8% | Top 10% | Very High |
Copper | 0 mg | |||
Manganese | 0 mg | |||
Selenium | 9.4 mcg | 13.4% | Mid 40% | Average |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 0.9 g | 0.3% | Bottom 10% | Very Low |
Dietary Fiber | 0.07 g | 0.29% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Sugars | 0.4 g | |||
Glucose | 0.4 mg | |||
Fructose | 0.4 mg | |||
Lactose | 0 mg | |||
Maltose | 0 mg | |||
Galactose | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Protein | 12.7 g | 25.5% | Top 30% | High |
Tryptophan | 0 mg | |||
Threonine | 0.4 mg | |||
Isoleucine | 0.7 mg | |||
Leucine | 0.7 mg | |||
Lysine | 1.1 mg | |||
Methionine | 0.4 mg | |||
Cystine | 0 mg | |||
Phenylalanine | 0.7 mg | |||
Tyrosine | 0.4 mg | |||
Valine | 0.7 mg | |||
Arginine | 0.7 mg | |||
Histidine | 0.4 mg | |||
Alanine | 0.7 mg | |||
Aspartic Acid | 1.1 mg | |||
Glutamic Acid | 2.5 mg | |||
Glycine | 0.7 mg | |||
Proline | 0 mg | |||
Serine | 0.7 mg | |||
Hydroxyproline | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Total Fat | 12.9 g | 19.9% | Top 30% | High |
Saturated Fat | 6.7 g | 33.6% | Top 30% | High |
Monounsaturated Fat | 4.7 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Alcohol | 0 g | |||
Ash | 1.4 g | |||
Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
Theobromine | 0 mg |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 480 Calories from Fat 322
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 35.8 g 55.1%
Saturated Fat 18.6 g 93%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 136.6 mg 45.5%
Sodium 428.3 mg 17.8%
Total Carbohydrates 2.5 g 0.8%
Dietary Fiber 0.2 g0.8%
Sugars 1 g
Protein 35.3 g 70.6%
Vitamin A 18.9% Vitamin C 11.7%
Calcium 43.6% Iron 16.7%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 424
Protein 45.6 g | Carbs 26.9 g | Fat 17.5 g
Per Serving | Calories 362
Protein 21.9 g | Carbs 44.3 g | Fat 11.9 g
Per Serving | Calories 276
Protein 15.5 g | Carbs 13.8 g | Fat 17.8 g
Per Serving | Calories 203
Protein 13.2 g | Carbs 20.7 g | Fat 7.4 g
Per Serving | Calories 2
Protein 0.14 g | Carbs 0.04 g | Fat 0.13 g
Per Serving | Calories 155
Protein 8.7 g | Carbs 16 g | Fat 7 g
Per Serving | Calories 196
Protein 14.4 g | Carbs 19.3 g | Fat 6.7 g
Per Serving | Calories 168
Protein 15.9 g | Carbs 2.6 g | Fat 10.1 g