Tortilla Chip Casserole 1 Recipe
Tortilla Chip Casserole 1 has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and high-protein content.
The food contains 38.2g 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. It contains a low amount of carbohydrates, making it suitable for some of the low-carb diets. Its low sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is often undesirable a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 18.2 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 However, the average 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 Mexican 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 68, for Tortilla Chip Casserole 1, and we advise that this food in moderation.
Calorie Breakdown
| Calories from Protein | 24% | |
| Calories from Fat | 26% | |
| Calories from Carbs | 50% |
Why this is good for you
- Very high in Protein
- High in Dietary Fiber
Why this is bad for you
- High in Saturated Fat
Vitamin Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 235 IU | 4.7% | ||
| Vitamin C | 2.3 mg | 3.8% | ||
| Vitamin D | 1.6 IU | 0.4% | ||
| Vitamin E | 0.1 mg | 0.33% | ||
| Thiamin | 0.12 mg | 8.2% | ||
| Riboflavin | 0.13 mg | 7.9% | ||
| Niacin | 0.46 mg | 2.3% | ||
| Vitamin B6 | 0.08 mg | 4.2% | ||
| Folate | 59.6 mcg | 14.9% | ||
| Vitamin B12 | 0.12 mcg | 2% | ||
| Pantothenic Acid | 0.26 mg | 2.6% |
Mineral Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 165 mg | 16.5% | ||
| Iron | 2.7 mg | 15.2% | ||
| Magnesium | 45.2 mg | 11.3% | ||
| Phosphorus | 184 mg | 18.4% | ||
| Potassium | 216.5 mg | 6.2% | ||
| Sodium | 436.2 mg | 18.2% | ||
| Zinc | 1.1 mg | 7.1% | ||
| Copper | 0.1 mg | 5.1% | ||
| Manganese | 0.18 mg | 8.9% | ||
| Selenium | 5.2 mcg | 7.4% |
Carbohydrate Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrate | 38.2 g | 12.7% | ||
| Dietary Fiber | 6.2 g | 24.8% | ||
| Sugars | 1.5 g |
Protein Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Protein | 18.2 g | 36.4% |
Fat Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 8.8 g | 13.5% | ||
| Saturated Fat | 4.1 g | 20.5% | ||
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1.7 g | |||
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.8 g |
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Nutrition Facts
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 306 Calories from Fat 0
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 8.8 g 13.5%
Saturated Fat 4.1 g 20.5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 15.4 mg 5.1%
Sodium 436.2 mg 18.2%
Total Carbohydrates 38.2 g 12.7%
Dietary Fiber 6.2 g24.8%
Sugars 1.5 g
Protein 18.2 g 36.4%
Vitamin A 4.7% Vitamin C 3.8%
Calcium 16.5% Iron 15.2%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
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