taco meat -- beef and turket has a high-calorie, low-carb, average-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron.
The food contains 6.5g 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 50.5 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.
However, the average fat content makes it suitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. It's low MUFA and low PUFA. In terms of Polyunsaturated Fat content it is ranked in the bottom 20% of all food items. It is also ranked in the bottom 20 percentile in terms of its Monounsaturated Fat content, which are considered among "good fats".
It gives a good yield of Iron at 3.91 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. While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has an average density of Sodium, it is suitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet.
It belongs to Mexican cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.
Based on the composite nutritive standing taco meat -- beef and turket has been given a composite ranking of 27, and in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 61% | |
Calories from Fat | 31% | |
Calories from Carbs | 8% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 465 IU | 9.3% | ||
Vitamin C | 9.2 mg | 15.3% | ||
Vitamin D | 0 IU | |||
Vitamin E | 0.36 mg | 1.2% | ||
Thiamin | 0.05 mg | 3.1% | ||
Riboflavin | 0.05 mg | 2.9% | ||
Niacin | 0.7 mg | 3.5% | ||
Vitamin B6 | 0.18 mg | 8.8% | ||
Folate | 7.6 mcg | 1.9% | ||
Vitamin B12 | 0 mcg | |||
Pantothenic Acid | 0.13 mg | 1.3% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 33 mg | 3.3% | ||
Iron | 3.9 mg | 21.7% | ||
Magnesium | 11.6 mg | 2.9% | ||
Phosphorus | 25 mg | 2.5% | ||
Potassium | 210.8 mg | 6% | ||
Sodium | 364.7 mg | 15.2% | ||
Zinc | 0.21 mg | 1.4% | ||
Copper | 0.06 mg | 3.1% | ||
Manganese | 0.1 mg | 4.8% | ||
Selenium | 0.77 mcg | 1.1% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 6.5 g | 2.2% | ||
Dietary Fiber | 1.5 g | 6% | ||
Sugars | 3.3 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 50.5 g | 101% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 11.4 g | 17.5% | ||
Saturated Fat | 4.5 g | 22.5% | ||
Monounsaturated Fat | 0.6 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 356 Calories from Fat 0
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 11.4 g 17.5%
Saturated Fat 4.5 g 22.5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 116.7 mg 38.9%
Sodium 364.7 mg 15.2%
Total Carbohydrates 6.5 g 2.2%
Dietary Fiber 1.5 g6%
Sugars 3.3 g
Protein 50.5 g 101%
Vitamin A 9.3% Vitamin C 15.3%
Calcium 3.3% Iron 21.7%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per 100g | Calories 182
Protein 20 g | Carbs 5.5 g | Fat 9.1 g
Per 100g | Calories 182
Protein 20 g | Carbs 5.5 g | Fat 9.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 221
Protein 14.2 g | Carbs 4.7 g | Fat 15.9 g
Per Serving | Calories 180
Protein 14.2 g | Carbs 1.1 g | Fat 13.4 g
Per Serving | Calories 282
Protein 27.7 g | Carbs 8.1 g | Fat 11.9 g
Per Serving | Calories 325
Protein 26.1 g | Carbs 39.1 g | Fat 7 g
Per Serving | Calories 32
Protein 0.2 g | Carbs 3.5 g | Fat 1.9 g
Per Serving | Calories 325
Protein 68.1 g | Carbs 0 g | Fat 3.7 g