Beef Taco, Cheese, Salsa
Source of Calories
Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrates | 110 g | 40% |
| Net Carbohydrates | 92.12 g | 37% |
| Sugars | 20.18 g | 58% |
| Added Sugars | 0 g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.89 g | 64% |
| Protein | 130.87 g | 262% |
| Total Fat | 122.13 g | 157% |
| Saturated Fat | 55.02 g | 275% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 28.17 g | - |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 7.79 g | - |
| Trans Fat | 3.57 g | 100% |
| Cholesterol | 402.73 mg | 134% |
| Vitamins | ||
| Vitamin A | 721.16 mcg | 80% |
| Vitamin C | 36.47 mg | 41% |
| Vitamin D | 0.97 mcg | 5% |
| Minerals | ||
| Sodium | 5389.39 mg | 234% |
| Potassium | 3188.9 mg | 68% |
| Calcium | 1204.77 mg | 93% |
| Magnesium | 229.57 mg | 55% |
| Iron | 14.73 mg | 82% |
| Zinc | 23.01 mg | 209% |
% DV refers to how much a single serving of an individually packaged food or supplement contributes nutritionally to your daily diet, based on a 2,000-calorie-a-day diet. Generally, having 5% DV or less of a nutrient per serving is considered low, and 20% DV or more of a nutrient per serving is considered high.
Fat Composition
The suggested total fat consumption should be limited to 30% of total energy intake or less. The type of fat consumed should primarily be unsaturated fatty acids, with no more than 10% of total energy intake coming from saturated fatty acids (about 200 calories on a 2000-calorie diet) and no more than 1% of total energy intake coming from trans-fatty acids.
Vitamin Coverage
Vitamin A
80%
Vitamin C
41%
Vitamin D
5%
Vitamin E
45%
Vitamin K
108%
Vitamin B1
52%
Vitamin B2
72%
Vitamin B3
174%
Vitamin B5
68%
Vitamin B6
144%
Vitamin B7
-
Vitamin B9
22%
Vitamin B12
371%
There are 13 essential vitamins required for the body to work properly, which are categorised into two categories: fat-soluble and water-soluble vitamins. Vitamins have a Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA), provided by the Dietary Reference Intakes (DRIs), which vary by age and sex. The %DV indicates how much one serving contributes to the average recommended daily intake.
Mineral Coverage
Calcium
93%
Iron
82%
Magnesium
55%
Phosphorus
92%
Potassium
68%
Sodium
234%
Zinc
209%
Copper
74%
Manganese
54%
Selenium
130%
Minerals are micronutrients, of which 13 of them are essential to the human body. The Recommended Dietary Allowance includes Calcium (1,300 mg/d), Phosphorus (1,250 mg/d), Potassium (4,700 mg/d), Sodium (2,300 mg/d), Chloride (1,500 mg/d), Magnesium (420 mg/d), Iron (18 mg/d), Zinc (11 mg/d), Copper (0.9 mg/d), Selenium (55 mcg/d), Molybdenum (45 mcg/d), Manganese (2.3 mg/d) and Iodine (150 mcg/d).
Protein Quality
Leucine
26%
Isoleucine
15%
Valine
15%
Lysine
7%
Tryptophan
10%
Threonine
15%
Phenylalanine
23%
Methionine
25%
Histidine
15%
Guidelines recommend a serving of protein with each meal and 1.2-1.6 g of protein per kg of body weight per day.
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📚 Health Research & Evidence About This Food
Beef tacos, with cheese and salsa, provide protein and micronutrients such as zinc, iron, selenium, and B vitamins, according to Healthline, which notes that beef tacos are higher in calories, fat, and protein. The beef component, like other meats, is a good source of iron, and diets with meat as a primary saturated fatty acid source have been shown in a randomized trial on overweight postmenopausal women to lead to significantly higher high-density lipoprotein (HDL)-cholesterol and apo A-I concentrations. While WebMD lists tacos among the "Best" health-conscious Mexican options, Cleveland Clinic suggests choosing corn tortillas and avoiding fried tortillas and sour cream for heart-healthy choices to reduce sodium and saturated fat.
1. Are Tacos Healthy? Ingredients, Calories, and Serving Sizes
Source: Healthline, 2021
Summary: Beef tacos are higher in calories, fat, and protein, supplying micronutrients such as zinc, iron, selenium, and B vitamins.
Read More: https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/are-tacos-healthy
2. Diets With High-Fat Cheese, High-Fat Meat, or Carbohydrate on Cardiovascular Risk Markers in Overweight Postmenopausal Women: A Randomized Crossover Trial.
Source: PubMed
Summary: Diets with meat as a primary saturated fatty acid source led to significantly higher high-density lipoprotein (HDL)-cholesterol and apo A-I concentrations compared to a low-fat, high-carbohydrate diet.
Read More: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26178720/
3. Best and Worst Mexican Dishes for Your Health
Source: WebMD
Summary: Tacos are listed among the "Best" options for health-conscious choices in Mexican cuisine, alongside burrito bowls, black or pinto beans, soup, ceviche, fajitas, and enchiladas.
Read More: https://www.webmd.com/diet/ss/slideshow-mexican-food-health
4. How to Pick Heart-Healthy Mexican Food
Source: Cleveland Clinic
Summary: To make Mexican cuisine heart-healthy, it is recommended to avoid fried tortillas, sour cream, and cheese, and to choose corn tortillas over flour tortillas.
Read More: https://health.clevelandclinic.org/say-ole-heart-healthy-mexican-food
5. Tiktok Says You Should Eat Steak on Your Period – Here's What a Gp and Nutritionist Think
Source: Women's Health UK, 2025
Summary: Steak is a good source of iron, which is important given normal iron loss during periods.
Read More: https://www.womenshealthmag.com/uk/food/a64489215/steak-period-benefits/
