Taco Nachoes Recipe
Taco Nachoes has a very high-calorie, average-carb, very high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12, Riboflavin and Niacin.
The food contains 38.9g 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 sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 36.8 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 high MUFA and average 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 a good source of Vitamin B6 and Vitamin B12.
While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has a high density of Sodium, it is unsuitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet. It is also high 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.
Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 55, for Taco Nachoes, and we advise that this food in moderation.
Calorie Breakdown
| Calories from Protein | 21% | |
| Calories from Fat | 57% | |
| Calories from Carbs | 22% |
Why this is good for you
- Very high in Protein
- High in Vitamin B6
- Very high in Niacin
- High in Riboflavin
- Very high in Calcium
- Very high in Vitamin B12
Why this is bad for you
- Very high in Cholesterol
- Very high in Saturated Fat
- Very high in Sodium
Vitamin Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 785 IU | 15.7% | ||
| Vitamin C | 9 mg | 15% | ||
| Vitamin D | 0 IU | |||
| Vitamin E | 1.5 mg | 5.1% | ||
| Thiamin | 0.13 mg | 8.8% | ||
| Riboflavin | 0.51 mg | 29.9% | ||
| Niacin | 6.4 mg | 32% | ||
| Vitamin B6 | 0.55 mg | 27.4% | ||
| Folate | 29.2 mcg | 7.3% | ||
| Vitamin B12 | 3.1 mcg | 51.1% | ||
| Pantothenic Acid | 0.97 mg | 9.7% |
Mineral Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 434 mg | 43.4% | ||
| Iron | 3.6 mg | 19.8% | ||
| Magnesium | 87.2 mg | 21.8% | ||
| Phosphorus | 512 mg | 51.2% | ||
| Potassium | 581.1 mg | 16.6% | ||
| Sodium | 873.5 mg | 36.4% | ||
| Zinc | 6.7 mg | 44.9% | ||
| Copper | 0.37 mg | 18.3% | ||
| Manganese | 0.29 mg | 14.5% | ||
| Selenium | 28.8 mcg | 41.2% |
Carbohydrate Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrate | 38.9 g | 13% | ||
| Dietary Fiber | 4.5 g | 18% | ||
| Sugars | 0 g |
Protein Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Protein | 36.8 g | 73.6% |
Fat Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 45.5 g | 70% | ||
| Saturated Fat | 17.2 g | 86% | ||
| Monounsaturated Fat | 20.7 g | |||
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.2 g |
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Nutrition Facts
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 712 Calories from Fat 0
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 45.5 g 70%
Saturated Fat 17.2 g 86%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 114.1 mg 38%
Sodium 873.5 mg 36.4%
Total Carbohydrates 38.9 g 13%
Dietary Fiber 4.5 g18%
Sugars 0 g
Protein 36.8 g 73.6%
Vitamin A 15.7% Vitamin C 15%
Calcium 43.4% Iron 19.8%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
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