Tex-Mex Macaroni and Cheese 2 has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Thiamin, Niacin and Folate.
The food contains 45.7g 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 low sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 15 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
Moreover, the average fat content makes it suitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. It's average 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 a very high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.
Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.
Based on the composite nutritive standing Tex-Mex Macaroni and Cheese 2 has been given a composite ranking of 53, and in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 18% | |
Calories from Fat | 28% | |
Calories from Carbs | 54% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 402.6 IU | 8.1% | Top 30% | High |
Retinol | 47.4 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 2.6 mg | 4.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Vitamin D | 4.5 IU | 1.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
Thiamin | 0.65 mg | 43.3% | Top 10% | Very High |
Riboflavin | 0 mg | |||
Niacin | 3.2 mg | 16.2% | Top 30% | High |
Vitamin B6 | 0 mg | |||
Folate | 94.8 mcg | 23.7% | Top 10% | Very High |
Folic Acid | 81.2 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 0 mcg | |||
Pantothenic Acid | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Calcium | 150.6 mg | 15.1% | Top 10% | Very High |
Iron | 1.3 mg | 7.2% | Top 30% | High |
Magnesium | 30.5 mg | 7.6% | Top 30% | High |
Phosphorus | 171.4 mg | 17.1% | Top 30% | High |
Potassium | 154.5 mg | 4.4% | Mid 40% | Average |
Sodium | 295.8 mg | 12.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Zinc | 1.3 mg | 8.7% | Top 30% | High |
Copper | 0 mg | |||
Manganese | 0.65 mg | 32.5% | Top 10% | Very High |
Selenium | 26 mcg | 37.1% | Top 10% | Very High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 29.7 g | 9.9% | Top 30% | High |
Dietary Fiber | 1.2 g | 4.9% | Mid 40% | Average |
Starch | 23.4 g | |||
Sugars | 0.8 g | |||
Sucrose | 0 mg | |||
Glucose | 0 mg | |||
Fructose | 0 mg | |||
Lactose | 0 mg | |||
Maltose | 0.6 mg | |||
Galactose | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Protein | 9.7 g | 19.5% | Top 30% | High |
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 mg | |||
Aspartic Acid | 0.6 mg | |||
Glutamic Acid | 2.6 mg | |||
Glycine | 0 mg | |||
Proline | 0 mg | |||
Serine | 0.6 mg | |||
Hydroxyproline | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 6.7 g | 10.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Saturated Fat | 4 g | 19.8% | Mid 40% | Average |
Monounsaturated Fat | 1.9 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.6 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Alcohol | 0 g | |||
Water | 52.6 g | |||
Ash | 1.9 g | |||
Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
Theobromine | 0 mg |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 338 Calories from Fat 93
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 10.3 g 15.8%
Saturated Fat 6.1 g 30.5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 29.6 mg 9.9%
Sodium 455.5 mg 19%
Total Carbohydrates 45.7 g 15.2%
Dietary Fiber 1.9 g7.6%
Sugars 1.2 g
Protein 15 g 30%
Vitamin A 12.4% Vitamin C 6.7%
Calcium 23.2% Iron 11.1%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 162
Protein 4.3 g | Carbs 19.9 g | Fat 8.3 g
Per Serving | Calories 388
Protein 19.2 g | Carbs 26.6 g | Fat 22.6 g
Per Serving | Calories 377
Protein 17 g | Carbs 32.4 g | Fat 19.7 g
Per Serving | Calories 322
Protein 15.4 g | Carbs 13.5 g | Fat 23 g
Per Serving | Calories 95
Protein 12.2 g | Carbs 4.6 g | Fat 3.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 115
Protein 11.2 g | Carbs 3.9 g | Fat 6 g
Per Serving | Calories 108
Protein 8.7 g | Carbs 13.3 g | Fat 2.6 g
Per Serving | Calories 72
Protein 1.8 g | Carbs 12.9 g | Fat 1.7 g