Tex-Mex Beef Tacos has a average-calorie, low-carb, average-fat and high-protein content.
The food contains 14.2g 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. With 12.3 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
Because of its average fat content, it could be suitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. It's low MUFA and low PUFA.
It has an average density of Sodium, thus making it suitable 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.
Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 78, for Tex-Mex Beef Tacos, and we advise that this food in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 29% | |
Calories from Fat | 38% | |
Calories from Carbs | 33% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Vitamin A | 63.1 IU | 1.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Retinol | 0 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 3.1 mg | 5.2% | Mid 40% | Average |
Vitamin D | 1.3 IU | 0.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Thiamin | 0 mg | |||
Riboflavin | 0 mg | |||
Niacin | 1.9 mg | 9.4% | Mid 40% | Average |
Vitamin B6 | 0 mg | |||
Folate | 41.3 mcg | 10.3% | Top 30% | High |
Folic Acid | 0 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 0.63 mcg | 10.4% | Top 30% | High |
Pantothenic Acid | 0.63 mg | 6.3% | Top 30% | High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Calcium | 14.4 mg | 1.4% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Iron | 1.3 mg | 6.9% | Mid 40% | Average |
Magnesium | 26.3 mg | 6.6% | Top 30% | High |
Phosphorus | 100.6 mg | 10.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
Potassium | 266.3 mg | 7.6% | Top 30% | High |
Sodium | 127.2 mg | 5.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Zinc | 1.9 mg | 12.5% | Top 10% | Very High |
Copper | 0 mg | |||
Manganese | 0 mg | |||
Selenium | 5 mcg | 7.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 8.9 g | 3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Dietary Fiber | 2.3 g | 9% | Top 30% | High |
Sugars | 1 g | |||
Glucose | 0.6 mg | |||
Fructose | 0.6 mg | |||
Lactose | 0 mg | |||
Maltose | 0 mg | |||
Galactose | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Protein | 7.7 g | 15.4% | Mid 40% | Average |
Tryptophan | 0 mg | |||
Threonine | 0.6 mg | |||
Isoleucine | 0.6 mg | |||
Leucine | 0.6 mg | |||
Lysine | 0.6 mg | |||
Methionine | 0 mg | |||
Cystine | 0 mg | |||
Phenylalanine | 0.6 mg | |||
Tyrosine | 0 mg | |||
Valine | 0.6 mg | |||
Arginine | 0.6 mg | |||
Histidine | 0 mg | |||
Alanine | 0.6 mg | |||
Aspartic Acid | 0.6 mg | |||
Glutamic Acid | 1.3 mg | |||
Glycine | 0.6 mg | |||
Proline | 0 mg | |||
Serine | 0.6 mg | |||
Hydroxyproline | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Total Fat | 4.4 g | 6.8% | Mid 40% | Average |
Saturated Fat | 1.8 g | 8.8% | Mid 40% | Average |
Monounsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 0 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Alcohol | 0 g | |||
Ash | 1.3 g | |||
Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
Theobromine | 0 mg |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 168 Calories from Fat 64
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 7.1 g 10.9%
Saturated Fat 2.8 g 14%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 30.3 mg 10.1%
Sodium 203.5 mg 8.5%
Total Carbohydrates 14.2 g 4.7%
Dietary Fiber 3.6 g14.4%
Sugars 1.6 g
Protein 12.3 g 24.6%
Vitamin A 2% Vitamin C 8.3%
Calcium 2.3% Iron 11.1%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 162
Protein 9.8 g | Carbs 10.9 g | Fat 8.8 g
Per Serving | Calories 168
Protein 9.6 g | Carbs 13.6 g | Fat 8.2 g
Per Serving | Calories 129
Protein 11.5 g | Carbs 6.2 g | Fat 6.3 g
Per Serving | Calories 195
Protein 12.8 g | Carbs 11.9 g | Fat 10.7 g
Per Serving | Calories 249
Protein 13.7 g | Carbs 18.1 g | Fat 13.8 g
Per Serving | Calories 111
Protein 13.6 g | Carbs 0.58 g | Fat 5.7 g
Per Serving | Calories 224
Protein 10.7 g | Carbs 25.7 g | Fat 8.4 g
Per Serving | Calories 156
Protein 5.6 g | Carbs 17.5 g | Fat 7.3 g