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Egg and Potato Chip Tortilla Recipe

Egg and Potato Chip Tortilla has a low-calorie, low-carb, average-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin B6, Vitamin C, Folate and Pantothenic Acid.

The food contains 0.3g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low 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 6.2 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

However, the average fat content makes it suitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. It's high MUFA and high PUFA. In terms of Polyunsaturated Fat content it is ranked in the top 10% of all food items. It is also ranked in the top 10 percentile in terms of its Monounsaturated Fat content, which are considered among "good 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 low density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet. Besides other nutrients, it is average in Magnesium, which is an essential micronutrient needed to keep muscle and nerve functioning normal and heart beat rhythmic. It also helps to support a healthy immune system, and keeps bones strong. It is also a high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

It belongs to Mexican cuisine.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Egg and Potato Chip Tortilla has been given a composite ranking of 88, and on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein31%
 Calories from Fat68%
 Calories from Carbs1%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Vitamin B6
  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • Low in Sodium
  • High in Folate

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Cholesterol

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietHIGH
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A178.8 IU3.6%Top 30%High
Retinol53 mcg
Vitamin C12.6 mg21%Top 30%High
Vitamin D27.2 IU6.8%Top 10%Very High
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin2.6 mg13.2%Top 30%High
Vitamin B60.66 mg33.1%Top 10%Very High
Folate65.6 mcg16.4%Top 30%High
Folic Acid0 mcg
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid3.3 mg33.1%Top 10%Very High

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium34.4 mg3.4%Mid 40%Average
Iron1.3 mg7.4%Top 30%High
Magnesium50.3 mg12.6%Top 10%Very High
Phosphorus168.2 mg16.8%Top 30%High
Potassium0.66 mg0.02%Bottom 30%Low
Sodium46.4 mg1.9%Bottom 30%Low
Zinc2 mg13.2%Top 10%Very High
Copper0 mg
Manganese0.66 mg33.1%Top 10%Very High
Selenium15.2 mcg21.8%Top 30%High

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate0.2 g0.07%Bottom 10%Very Low
Dietary Fiber0 g
Sugars0.2 g
Glucose0 mg
Fructose0 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein4.1 g8.2%Mid 40%Average
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0.7 mg
Isoleucine0.7 mg
Leucine0.7 mg
Lysine0.7 mg
Methionine0 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0.7 mg
Tyrosine0.7 mg
Valine0.7 mg
Arginine0.7 mg
Histidine0 mg
Alanine0.7 mg
Aspartic Acid1.3 mg
Glutamic Acid1.3 mg
Glycine0 mg
Proline0.7 mg
Serine0.7 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat4 g6.2%Mid 40%Average
Saturated Fat1.1 g5.6%Mid 40%Average
Monounsaturated Fat12.6 g
Polyunsaturated Fat11.3 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash2.6 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 83 Calories from Fat 54

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 6.1 g 9.4%

Saturated Fat 1.7 g 8.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 211.5 mg 70.5%

Sodium 70 mg 2.9%

Total Carbohydrates 0.3 g 0.1%

Dietary Fiber 0 g

Sugars 0.3 g

Protein 6.2 g 12.4%

Vitamin A 5.4% Vitamin C 31.7%

Calcium 5.2% Iron 11.1%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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