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Nutrition Facts
Amino Acids
Protein, Fat and Carbohydrate %
Key Nutrients (% Daily Value)
Macronutrients and Vitamins in "Chorizo"
| Food Name: Chorizo | |
| Food Group: Meats | |
| Macronutrients | |
| Calories (kcal): 296 | Total Fat (g): 25 |
| Protein (g): 14 | Carbohydrates (g): 4 |
| Net Carbs (g): 4 | Water (g): 55 |
| Fats | |
| Saturated Fat (g): 9 | Cholesterol (mg): 63 |
| Monounsaturated Fat (mg): 10603 | Polyunsaturated Fat (mg): 4296 |
| Omega-3 (mg): 200 | Omega-6 (mg): 4029 |
| ALA (18:3 n-3) (mg): 156 | EPA (20:5 n-3) (mg): 2 |
| DPA (22:5 n-3) (mg): 17 | DHA (22:6 n-3) (mg): 3 |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin D (mcg): 2 | Vitamin D (IU): 61 |
| Niacin/B3 (mg): 5 | |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium (mg): 19 | Iron (mg): 1 |
| Magnesium (mg): 20 | Phosphorus (mg): 149 |
| Potassium (mg): 308 | Sodium (mg): 788 |
| Zinc (mg): 2 | Selenium (mcg): 19 |
| Amino Acids | |
| Hydroxyproline (mg): 7 | |
| Other Compounds | |
| Choline (mg): 97 | Betaine (mg): 4 |
| PRAL Score: 5 | |
Key Nutrition Facts about Chorizo
FAQ's
What are the protein, carbohydrate, and fat contents in 100 grams of 'Chorizo'?
100 grams of 'Chorizo' contains approximately following amounts of protein, carbohydrates, and fat:
Protein – 14g (around 28% of daily requirement),
Carbohydrates – 4g (around 1% of daily requirement),
Fat – 25g (around 32% of daily requirement).
It is typically higher in Fat while lower in Carbohydrates, making it more suitable for diets that are high-fat and also suitable for those requiring low Carbohydrates intake.
How many calories are in 100 grams of 'Chorizo'?
A 100-gram serving of 'Chorizo' provides around 296 kcal of energy. The majority of the calories come from fat, based on its macronutrient composition. This contributes approximately 15% of an average 2000 kcal daily diet, making it a moderate-calorie food choice.
Is 'Chorizo' mainly a source of protein, carbohydrates, or fat?
In 100g, 'Chorizo' is mainly a source of fat. It contains 14g protein, 4g carbs, and 25g fat, making it suitable for diets focused on fat.
Does 'Chorizo' contain calcium, potassium, iron, and other essential minerals?
'Chorizo' is a good source of the following minerals per 100g:
Selenium (mcg): 19 mcg (35% DV),
Sodium (mg): 788 mg (34% DV).
It is also an average source of:
Zinc (mg): 2 mg (18% DV).
'Chorizo' contains low amounts of the following minerals per 100g:
Calcium (mg): 19 mg (1% DV),
Iron (mg): 1 mg (6% DV),
Potassium (mg): 308 mg (7% DV),
Magnesium (mg): 20 mg (5% DV),
Phosphorus (mg): 149 mg (12% DV).
Which vitamins are present in Chorizo in significant amounts?
'Chorizo' is a good source of the following vitamins per 100g:
Niacin/B3 (mg): 5 mg (31% DV),
Vitamin B12 (mcg): 2 mcg (83% DV).
'Chorizo' contains small to moderate amounts of the following vitamins per 100g:
Vitamin D (mcg): 2 mcg (10% DV),
Vitamin D (IU): 61 IU (8% DV).
Which nutrients in 'Chorizo' may be harmful if consumed in excess?
It also contains moderate levels of:
Saturated Fat (g): 9 g (45% of max recommended),
Cholesterol (mg): 63 mg (21% of max recommended),
Sodium (mg): 788 mg (34% of max recommended).