Tex Mex chicken tacos has a very high-calorie, very high-carb, high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Vitamin A, Vitamin B6, Vitamin C, Thiamin, Riboflavin, Niacin and Folate.
The food contains 83.3g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is very high 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 26.1 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 high fat content makes it unsuitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. It's average 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 is also rich in Vitamin C, whose benefits include, but are not limited to protection against immune system deficiencies, cardiovascular disease, prenatal health problems, eye disease, and even skin wrinkling.
It gives a good yield of Iron at 6.3 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. It has a low density of Sodium, thus making it suitable 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 average in Selenium, an important antioxidant especially in combination with Vitamin E. Given that this is also average in Vitamin E, it is qualifies as good food source.
It belongs to Tex Mex 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 82, for Tex Mex chicken tacos, and we advise that this food on a regular basis.
Calories from Protein | 19% | |
Calories from Fat | 22% | |
Calories from Carbs | 60% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 1885 IU | 37.7% | ||
Vitamin C | 63.8 mg | 106.3% | ||
Vitamin D | 4 IU | 1% | ||
Vitamin E | 1.6 mg | 5.4% | ||
Thiamin | 0.46 mg | 30.5% | ||
Riboflavin | 0.34 mg | 20.1% | ||
Niacin | 8.3 mg | 41.4% | ||
Vitamin B6 | 0.8 mg | 40.2% | ||
Folate | 260.4 mcg | 65.1% | ||
Vitamin B12 | 0.24 mcg | 4% | ||
Pantothenic Acid | 1.7 mg | 17.3% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 200 mg | 20% | ||
Iron | 6.3 mg | 35% | ||
Magnesium | 162.8 mg | 40.7% | ||
Phosphorus | 522 mg | 52.2% | ||
Potassium | 1 mg | 0% | ||
Sodium | 1 mg | 0% | ||
Zinc | 3 mg | 20.1% | ||
Copper | 0.84 mg | 42.2% | ||
Manganese | 1 mg | 50.9% | ||
Selenium | 13.3 mcg | 19% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 83.3 g | 27.8% | ||
Dietary Fiber | 18.4 g | 73.6% | ||
Sugars | 1.5 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 26.1 g | 52.2% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 13.4 g | 20.6% | ||
Saturated Fat | 6.6 g | 33% | ||
Monounsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.2 g |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 528 Calories from Fat 0
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 13.4 g 20.6%
Saturated Fat 6.6 g 33%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 47.6 mg 15.9%
Sodium 1 mg 0%
Total Carbohydrates 83.3 g 27.8%
Dietary Fiber 18.4 g73.6%
Sugars 1.5 g
Protein 26.1 g 52.2%
Vitamin A 37.7% Vitamin C 106.3%
Calcium 20% Iron 35%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 296
Protein 16 g | Carbs 49.4 g | Fat 7.6 g
Per Serving | Calories 121
Protein 8.6 g | Carbs 9.7 g | Fat 5.3 g
Per Serving | Calories 410
Protein 39.2 g | Carbs 13.2 g | Fat 20.9 g
Per Serving | Calories 277
Protein 17.7 g | Carbs 21.4 g | Fat 13 g
Per Serving | Calories 495
Protein 52.2 g | Carbs 16.7 g | Fat 24 g
Per Serving | Calories 284
Protein 29.4 g | Carbs 29.9 g | Fat 5.6 g