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The Better Taco Salad - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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The Better Taco Salad Recipe

The Better Taco Salad has a average-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin B12 and Folate.

The food contains 20g 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 18.5 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Not only that, the high fat content of this product makes it unsuitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. 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 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 Side Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing The Better Taco Salad has been given a composite ranking of 72, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein26%
 Calories from Fat46%
 Calories from Carbs28%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • High in Dietary Fiber
  • High in Vitamin B12
  • High in Folate

Why this is bad for you

  • High in Saturated Fat

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A820 IU16.4%
Vitamin C11.9 mg19.9%
Vitamin D0 IU
Vitamin E0.76 mg2.5%
Thiamin0.18 mg12.3%
Riboflavin0.3 mg17.9%
Niacin3.7 mg18.6%
Vitamin B60.36 mg17.8%
Folate86.4 mcg21.6%
Vitamin B121.2 mcg20.5%
Pantothenic Acid0.86 mg8.6%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium91 mg9.1%
Iron2.7 mg15.2%
Magnesium51.2 mg12.8%
Phosphorus242 mg24.2%
Potassium687.5 mg19.6%
Sodium446.4 mg18.6%
Zinc3.3 mg21.8%
Copper0.25 mg12.4%
Manganese0.38 mg18.9%
Selenium11.1 mcg15.8%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate20 g6.7%
Dietary Fiber7.3 g29.2%
Sugars1 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein18.5 g37%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat14.3 g22%
Saturated Fat4.9 g24.5%
Monounsaturated Fat6.6 g
Polyunsaturated Fat1.1 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 278 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 14.3 g 22%

Saturated Fat 4.9 g 24.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 41.6 mg 13.9%

Sodium 446.4 mg 18.6%

Total Carbohydrates 20 g 6.7%

Dietary Fiber 7.3 g29.2%

Sugars 1 g

Protein 18.5 g 37%

Vitamin A 16.4% Vitamin C 19.9%

Calcium 9.1% Iron 15.2%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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