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Tex Mex Eggs - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Tex Mex Eggs Recipe

Tex Mex Eggs has a average-calorie, average-carb, low-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Folate.

The food contains 27g 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 27.3 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 low 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".

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 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 Tex Mex cuisine.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Tex Mex Eggs has been given a composite ranking of 80, and on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein45%
 Calories from Fat10%
 Calories from Carbs45%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • Very low in Cholesterol
  • Very high in Dietary Fiber
  • Very high in Folate

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A460 IU9.2%
Vitamin C9 mg15%
Vitamin D0 IU
Vitamin E0.4 mg1.3%
Thiamin0.24 mg16%
Riboflavin0.13 mg7.9%
Niacin0.98 mg4.9%
Vitamin B60.15 mg7.5%
Folate141.6 mcg35.4%
Vitamin B120.14 mcg2.3%
Pantothenic Acid0.35 mg3.5%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium160 mg16%
Iron2.6 mg14.2%
Magnesium73.2 mg18.3%
Phosphorus274 mg27.4%
Potassium461.9 mg13.2%
Sodium455.4 mg19%
Zinc1.6 mg10.9%
Copper0.39 mg19.6%
Manganese0.45 mg22.4%
Selenium5.4 mcg7.7%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate27 g9%
Dietary Fiber8.5 g34%
Sugars0 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein27.3 g54.6%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat2.6 g4%
Saturated Fat1.4 g7%
Monounsaturated Fat0.6 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.3 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 249 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 2.6 g 4%

Saturated Fat 1.4 g 7%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 6 mg 2%

Sodium 455.4 mg 19%

Total Carbohydrates 27 g 9%

Dietary Fiber 8.5 g34%

Sugars 0 g

Protein 27.3 g 54.6%

Vitamin A 9.2% Vitamin C 15%

Calcium 16% Iron 14.2%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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