Cheese tamale (restaurant, Mexican) nutrition facts
Per 1 serving serving size varied from 1 to 3 tamales ยท 302 g
of a 2,000 cal day
- Protein27g17% of calories
- Carbs54g33% of calories
- Fat36g50% of calories
- โ Cholesterol free
At a glance
One serving of Cheese tamale (restaurant, Mexican) (1 serving serving size varied from 1 to 3 tamales, 302 g) has 652 calories, with 27 g of protein, 54 g of carbohydrates and 36 g of fat. Most of its energy comes from fat (50% of calories). It is high in protein (54% DV), dietary fiber (24% DV) and Vitamin A (42% DV). Keep an eye on sodium and saturated fat, which provide 66% and 60% of the daily value.
High in
20%+ of the daily value
- Protein54%
- Dietary fiber24%
- Vitamin A42%
- Vitamin E35%
- Riboflavin (B2)31%
- Niacin36%
Good source of
10โ19% of the daily value
- Thiamine17%
- Potassium11%
Watch
20%+ of the daily value
- Sodium66%
- Saturated fat60%
Vitamins & minerals
Amounts for 1 serving serving size varied from 1 to 3 tamales (302 g). Bars show % of the daily value.
Vitamins
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 374 ฮผg | 42% |
| Vitamin E | 5 mg | 35% |
| Thiamine | 0.2 mg | 17% |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.4 mg | 31% |
| Niacin | 6 mg | 36% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.4 mg | 32% |
| Vitamin B12 | 1 ฮผg | 36% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 335 mg | 34% |
| Iron | 3 mg | 33% |
| Potassium | 532 mg | 11% |
| Magnesium | 91 mg | 22% |
| Phosphorus | 486 mg | 69% |
| Zinc | 4 mg | 36% |
Full breakdown ยท 2 more nutrients
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Monounsaturated fats | 12 g | โ |
| Polyunsaturated fats | 9 g | โ |
How it compares
Calories per 100 g, so different serving sizes compare fairly.
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Burning 652 calories
Estimated for a 70 kg (154 lb) adult using MET values from the Compendium of Physical Activities.
- 124minWalking (3.5 mph)
- 78minCycling (moderate)
- 54minRunning (6 mph)
- 92minSwimming laps
Common questions
How many calories are in Cheese tamale (restaurant, Mexican)?
One serving of Cheese tamale (restaurant, Mexican) (1 serving serving size varied from 1 to 3 tamales) has 652 calories, which works out to 216 calories per 100 g. That is about 33% of a 2,000-calorie day.
Is Cheese tamale (restaurant, Mexican) high in protein?
It provides a solid 27 g of protein per serving (54% of the 50 g daily value), but protein supplies only 17% of its calories, so it is not a protein-dense food. Foods where protein provides 30% or more of calories are generally considered protein-dense.
Is Cheese tamale (restaurant, Mexican) keto-friendly?
It is hard to fit into a strict keto diet. One serving has 48 g of net carbs and 33% of its calories come from carbohydrates, while most keto plans cap net carbs at 20โ50 g per day.
How much sodium is in Cheese tamale (restaurant, Mexican)?
1519 mg per serving, which is high (20% or more of the 2,300 mg daily value).
How much sugar is in Cheese tamale (restaurant, Mexican)?
3.7 g of total sugars per serving. Labels list total sugars, which include natural sugars from fruit and milk as well as any added sugars.
