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The 99 Cent Chef's Tex-Mex Taco - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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The 99 Cent Chef's Tex-Mex Taco Recipe

The 99 Cent Chef's Tex-Mex Taco Recipe has a average-calorie, high-carb, low-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin A and Vitamin C.

The food contains 54g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average in complex carbs and high 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 14 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 low fat content makes it suitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. A quick glance at the fat profile reveals that it is average in saturated fats and low in trans 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 has a very high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a low-sodium diet.

It belongs to Mexican cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing The 99 Cent Chef's Tex-Mex Taco Recipe has been given a composite ranking of 36, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein19%
 Calories from Fat8%
 Calories from Carbs73%

Why this is good for you

  • High in Protein
  • High in Vitamin A
  • High in Vitamin C
  • Very low in Cholesterol
  • Low in Saturated Fat
  • Very high in Dietary Fiber

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Sodium

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A1500 IU30%
Vitamin C18 mg30%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium150 mg15%
Iron1.4 mg8%
Potassium1920 mg54.9%
Sodium3220 mg134.2%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate54 g18%
Dietary Fiber12 g48%
Sugars17 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein14 g28%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat2.5 g3.8%
Saturated Fat1 g5%
Total Trans Fatty Acids0 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 270 Calories from Fat 20

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 2.5 g 3.8%

Saturated Fat 1 g 5%

Trans Fat 0 g

Cholesterol 5 mg 1.7%

Sodium 3220 mg 134.2%

Total Carbohydrates 54 g 18%

Dietary Fiber 12 g48%

Sugars 17 g

Protein 14 g 28%

Vitamin A 30% Vitamin C 30%

Calcium 15% Iron 8%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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