Taco Casserole 20 has a average-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and high-protein content.
The food contains 15.5g 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 sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 12.4 gms of protein, it is 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 average MUFA and low PUFA.
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 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 Casserole 20 has been given a composite ranking of 53, and in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 20% | |
Calories from Fat | 54% | |
Calories from Carbs | 25% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 373.8 IU | 7.5% | Top 30% | High |
Retinol | 25.5 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 2 mg | 3.4% | Mid 40% | Average |
Vitamin D | 3.4 IU | 0.8% | Mid 40% | Average |
Thiamin | 0 mg | |||
Riboflavin | 0 mg | |||
Niacin | 1.3 mg | 6.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
Vitamin B6 | 0 mg | |||
Folate | 8.1 mcg | 2% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Folic Acid | 0 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 0.67 mcg | 11.2% | Top 30% | High |
Pantothenic Acid | 0.67 mg | 6.7% | Top 30% | High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Calcium | 98 mg | 9.8% | Top 30% | High |
Iron | 1.3 mg | 7.5% | Top 30% | High |
Magnesium | 27.5 mg | 6.9% | Top 30% | High |
Phosphorus | 120.8 mg | 12.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
Potassium | 146.3 mg | 4.2% | Mid 40% | Average |
Sodium | 487.8 mg | 20.3% | Top 30% | High |
Zinc | 2 mg | 13.4% | Top 10% | Very High |
Copper | 0 mg | |||
Manganese | 0 mg | |||
Selenium | 6.7 mcg | 9.6% | Mid 40% | Average |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 10.4 g | 3.5% | Mid 40% | Average |
Dietary Fiber | 1 g | 4% | Mid 40% | Average |
Starch | 0.7 g | |||
Sugars | 0.5 g | |||
Sucrose | 0 mg | |||
Glucose | 0 mg | |||
Fructose | 0 mg | |||
Lactose | 0 mg | |||
Maltose | 0 mg | |||
Galactose | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Protein | 8.3 g | 16.6% | Top 30% | High |
Tryptophan | 0 mg | |||
Threonine | 0 mg | |||
Isoleucine | 0.7 mg | |||
Leucine | 0.7 mg | |||
Lysine | 0.7 mg | |||
Methionine | 0 mg | |||
Cystine | 0 mg | |||
Phenylalanine | 0.7 mg | |||
Tyrosine | 0 mg | |||
Valine | 0.7 mg | |||
Arginine | 0.7 mg | |||
Histidine | 0 mg | |||
Alanine | 0.7 mg | |||
Aspartic Acid | 0.7 mg | |||
Glutamic Acid | 1.3 mg | |||
Glycine | 0.7 mg | |||
Proline | 0 mg | |||
Serine | 0.7 mg | |||
Hydroxyproline | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Total Fat | 9.9 g | 15.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Saturated Fat | 3.8 g | 19.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
Monounsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Alcohol | 0 g | |||
Water | 69.1 g | |||
Ash | 2 g | |||
Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
Theobromine | 0 mg |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 243 Calories from Fat 133
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 14.8 g 22.8%
Saturated Fat 5.7 g 28.5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 40.4 mg 13.5%
Sodium 726.8 mg 30.3%
Total Carbohydrates 15.5 g 5.2%
Dietary Fiber 1.5 g6%
Sugars 0.8 g
Protein 12.4 g 24.8%
Vitamin A 11.1% Vitamin C 5%
Calcium 14.6% Iron 11.1%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 245
Protein 18.4 g | Carbs 6 g | Fat 16.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 229
Protein 9.7 g | Carbs 20.5 g | Fat 12.5 g
Per Serving | Calories 135
Protein 7.5 g | Carbs 13.8 g | Fat 5.8 g
Per Serving | Calories 216
Protein 13.7 g | Carbs 13 g | Fat 12.2 g
Per Serving | Calories 129
Protein 8 g | Carbs 12.9 g | Fat 4.9 g
Per Serving | Calories 182
Protein 10 g | Carbs 17.6 g | Fat 8.2 g
Per Serving | Calories 399
Protein 15.2 g | Carbs 58.4 g | Fat 12.9 g
Per Serving | Calories 217
Protein 16.5 g | Carbs 14.9 g | Fat 9.8 g