Taco Salad 34 has a high-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Iron and Vitamin B6.
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. With 20.3 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
However, the high fat content makes it unsuitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. It's average MUFA and average PUFA.
It gives a good yield of Iron at 4 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 a very high density of Sodium, it is unsuitable if you are aiming for a healthy, 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 Side Dish.
Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 72, for Taco Salad 34, and we advise that this food in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 17% | |
Calories from Fat | 51% | |
Calories from Carbs | 32% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 0.96 IU | 0.02% | Mid 40% | Average |
Retinol | 40.1 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 3.2 mg | 5.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Vitamin D | 2.2 IU | 0.6% | Mid 40% | Average |
Thiamin | 0 mg | |||
Riboflavin | 0 mg | |||
Niacin | 0.96 mg | 4.8% | Mid 40% | Average |
Vitamin B6 | 0.32 mg | 16% | Top 30% | High |
Folate | 15.4 mcg | 3.8% | Mid 40% | Average |
Folic Acid | 0 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 0.32 mcg | 5.3% | Top 30% | High |
Pantothenic Acid | 0.32 mg | 3.2% | Mid 40% | Average |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Calcium | 112.2 mg | 11.2% | Top 30% | High |
Iron | 1.3 mg | 7.1% | Top 30% | High |
Magnesium | 22.1 mg | 5.5% | Mid 40% | Average |
Phosphorus | 128.2 mg | 12.8% | Mid 40% | Average |
Potassium | 212.2 mg | 6.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
Sodium | 462.4 mg | 19.3% | Top 30% | High |
Zinc | 1.3 mg | 8.5% | Top 30% | High |
Copper | 0 mg | |||
Manganese | 0 mg | |||
Selenium | 5.4 mcg | 7.8% | Mid 40% | Average |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 12.5 g | 4.2% | Mid 40% | Average |
Dietary Fiber | 1.9 g | 7.7% | Top 30% | High |
Sugars | 1.3 g | |||
Glucose | 0.3 mg | |||
Fructose | 0.3 mg | |||
Lactose | 0 mg | |||
Maltose | 0 mg | |||
Galactose | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Protein | 6.5 g | 13% | Mid 40% | Average |
Tryptophan | 0 mg | |||
Threonine | 0.3 mg | |||
Isoleucine | 0.3 mg | |||
Leucine | 0.3 mg | |||
Lysine | 0.6 mg | |||
Methionine | 0 mg | |||
Cystine | 0 mg | |||
Phenylalanine | 0.3 mg | |||
Tyrosine | 0.3 mg | |||
Valine | 0.3 mg | |||
Arginine | 0.3 mg | |||
Histidine | 0.3 mg | |||
Alanine | 0.3 mg | |||
Aspartic Acid | 0.6 mg | |||
Glutamic Acid | 1.3 mg | |||
Glycine | 0.3 mg | |||
Proline | 0 mg | |||
Serine | 0.3 mg | |||
Hydroxyproline | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 8.7 g | 13.4% | Mid 40% | Average |
Saturated Fat | 3.1 g | 15.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
Monounsaturated Fat | 3.8 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.9 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Alcohol | 0 g | |||
Ash | 2.2 g | |||
Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
Theobromine | 0 mg |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 475 Calories from Fat 245
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 27.2 g 41.8%
Saturated Fat 9.8 g 49%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 49.9 mg 16.6%
Sodium 1442.8 mg 60.1%
Total Carbohydrates 38.9 g 13%
Dietary Fiber 6 g24%
Sugars 4 g
Protein 20.3 g 40.6%
Vitamin A 0.1% Vitamin C 16.7%
Calcium 35% Iron 22.2%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 279
Protein 12.1 g | Carbs 19 g | Fat 17.9 g
Per Serving | Calories 198
Protein 5.6 g | Carbs 6.1 g | Fat 17.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 178
Protein 11 g | Carbs 7.7 g | Fat 11.4 g
Per Serving | Calories 135
Protein 8.3 g | Carbs 6.2 g | Fat 8.6 g
Per Serving | Calories 14
Protein 0.16 g | Carbs 3.6 g | Fat 0.04 g
Per Serving | Calories 178
Protein 8.8 g | Carbs 25.5 g | Fat 4.6 g
Per Serving | Calories 464
Protein 1 g | Carbs 9.1 g | Fat 48.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 173
Protein 13.7 g | Carbs 14.2 g | Fat 6.9 g