Taco Casserole 29 has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Vitamin B6 and Niacin.
The food contains 28.7g 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. Its low sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 20.7 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
Not only that, the average fat content of this product makes it suitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. It's average MUFA and average PUFA.
It has a very high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a low-sodium diet. Besides other nutrients, it is high 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 85, for Taco Casserole 29, and we advise that this food on a regular basis.
Calories from Protein | 28% | |
Calories from Fat | 33% | |
Calories from Carbs | 39% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Vitamin A | 0.36 IU | 0.01% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Retinol | 40 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 3.9 mg | 6.5% | Mid 40% | Average |
Vitamin D | 7.1 IU | 1.8% | Mid 40% | Average |
Thiamin | 0 mg | |||
Riboflavin | 0 mg | |||
Niacin | 2.1 mg | 10.7% | Top 30% | High |
Vitamin B6 | 0.36 mg | 17.9% | Top 30% | High |
Folate | 10.7 mcg | 2.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
Folic Acid | 0 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 0.36 mcg | 6% | Top 30% | High |
Pantothenic Acid | 0.36 mg | 3.6% | Mid 40% | Average |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Calcium | 126.8 mg | 12.7% | Top 30% | High |
Iron | 1.1 mg | 6% | Mid 40% | Average |
Magnesium | 32.1 mg | 8% | Top 30% | High |
Phosphorus | 168.6 mg | 16.9% | Top 30% | High |
Potassium | 207.5 mg | 5.9% | Mid 40% | Average |
Sodium | 431.3 mg | 18% | Top 30% | High |
Zinc | 1.4 mg | 9.5% | Top 30% | High |
Copper | 0 mg | |||
Manganese | 0 mg | |||
Selenium | 10 mcg | 14.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 10.3 g | 3.4% | Mid 40% | Average |
Dietary Fiber | 2.1 g | 8.3% | Top 30% | High |
Sugars | 0.6 g | |||
Glucose | 0 mg | |||
Fructose | 0 mg | |||
Lactose | 0 mg | |||
Maltose | 0 mg | |||
Galactose | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Protein | 7.4 g | 14.8% | Mid 40% | Average |
Tryptophan | 0 mg | |||
Threonine | 0.4 mg | |||
Isoleucine | 0.7 mg | |||
Leucine | 0.7 mg | |||
Lysine | 0.7 mg | |||
Methionine | 0.4 mg | |||
Cystine | 0 mg | |||
Phenylalanine | 0.4 mg | |||
Tyrosine | 0.4 mg | |||
Valine | 0.7 mg | |||
Arginine | 0.7 mg | |||
Histidine | 0.4 mg | |||
Alanine | 0.4 mg | |||
Aspartic Acid | 1.1 mg | |||
Glutamic Acid | 2.1 mg | |||
Glycine | 0.4 mg | |||
Proline | 0 mg | |||
Serine | 0.4 mg | |||
Hydroxyproline | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Total Fat | 3.8 g | 5.9% | Mid 40% | Average |
Saturated Fat | 0.82 g | 4.1% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Monounsaturated Fat | 2.5 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Alcohol | 0 g | |||
Ash | 2.5 g | |||
Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
Theobromine | 0 mg |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 287 Calories from Fat 97
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 10.7 g 16.5%
Saturated Fat 2.3 g 11.5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 52.2 mg 17.4%
Sodium 1207.5 mg 50.3%
Total Carbohydrates 28.7 g 9.6%
Dietary Fiber 5.8 g23.2%
Sugars 1.6 g
Protein 20.7 g 41.4%
Vitamin A 0% Vitamin C 18.3%
Calcium 35.5% Iron 16.7%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 146
Protein 8.3 g | Carbs 9 g | Fat 8.3 g
Per Serving | Calories 163
Protein 8.5 g | Carbs 10.1 g | Fat 10.2 g
Per Serving | Calories 231
Protein 12.6 g | Carbs 26.3 g | Fat 8.8 g
Per Serving | Calories 225
Protein 16.9 g | Carbs 3.6 g | Fat 15.6 g
Per Serving | Calories 43
Protein 3.1 g | Carbs 2.97 g | Fat 2 g
Per Serving | Calories 104
Protein 9.3 g | Carbs 5.1 g | Fat 4.4 g
Per Serving | Calories 240
Protein 15.1 g | Carbs 25.7 g | Fat 8 g
Per Serving | Calories 180
Protein 12.8 g | Carbs 4.5 g | Fat 12.1 g