Chorizo nutrition: calories, carbs, GI, protein, fiber, fats
Chorizo, pork and beef
*all the values are displayed for the amount of 100 grams
Important nutritional characteristics for Chorizo
| Glycemic index ⓘ Gi values are taken from various scientific sources. GI values less than 55 are considered as low. Values above 70 are considered as high. | 28 (low) |
| Calories ⓘ Calories for selected serving | 455 kcal |
| Net Carbs ⓘ Net Carbs = Total Carbohydrates – Fiber – Sugar Alcohols | 2 grams |
| Default serving size ⓘ Serving sizes are mostly taken from FDA's Reference Amounts Customarily Consumed (RACCs) | 1 oz (28.35 grams) |
| Acidity (Based on PRAL) ⓘ PRAL (Potential renal acid load) is calculated using a formula. On the PRAL scale the higher the positive value, the more is the acidifying effect on the body. The lower the negative value, the higher the alkalinity of the food. 0 is neutral. | 8.4 (acidic) |
| Oxalates ⓘ Animal products do not contain oxalate. | 0 mg |
Sodium ⓘHigher in Sodium content than 96% of foods
Fats ⓘHigher in Fats content than 96% of foods
Saturated Fat ⓘHigher in Saturated Fat content than 92% of foods
Calories ⓘHigher in Calories content than 90% of foods
Monounsaturated Fat ⓘHigher in Monounsaturated Fat content than 89% of foods
Chorizo calories (kcal)
| Serving Size | Calories | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Calories in 100 grams | 455 | |
| Calories in 1 oz | 129 | 28.35 g |
Chorizo Glycemic index (GI)
Gi values are taken from various scientific sources. GI values less than 55 are considered as low. Values above 70 are considered as high.
Mineral coverage chart
Mineral chart - relative view
Vitamin coverage chart
Vitamin A:
0IU of 5,000IU
0%
Vitamin E:
0.66mg of 15mg
4.4%
Vitamin D:
4.5µg of 10µg
45%
Vitamin C:
0mg of 90mg
0%
Vitamin B1:
1.9mg of 1mg
158%
Vitamin B2:
0.9mg of 1mg
69%
Vitamin B3:
15mg of 16mg
96%
Vitamin B5:
3.4mg of 5mg
67%
Vitamin B6:
1.6mg of 1mg
122%
Folate:
6µg of 400µg
1.5%
Vitamin B12:
6µg of 2µg
250%
Choline:
290mg of 550mg
53%
Vitamin K:
4.8µg of 120µg
4%
Vitamin chart - relative view
Vitamin D
1.5 µg
TOP 42%
Macronutrients chart
Protein:
Daily Value: 48%
24.1 g of 50 g
24.1 g (48% of DV )
Fats:
Daily Value: 59%
38.3 g of 65 g
38.3 g (59% of DV )
Carbs:
Daily Value: 1%
1.9 g of 300 g
1.9 g (1% of DV )
Water:
Daily Value: 2%
31.9 g of 2,000 g
31.9 g (2% of DV )
Other:
3.9 g
3.9 g
Protein quality breakdown
Tryptophan:
834mg of 280mg
298%
Threonine:
4419mg of 1,050mg
421%
Isoleucine:
6618mg of 1,400mg
473%
Leucine:
5124mg of 2,730mg
188%
Lysine:
7242mg of 2,100mg
345%
Methionine:
1410mg of 1,050mg
134%
Phenylalanine:
3447mg of 1,750mg
197%
Valine:
2742mg of 1,820mg
151%
Histidine:
2163mg of 700mg
309%
Fat type information
Saturated Fat:
14 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
18 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
3.5 g
All nutrients for Chorizo per 100g
| Nutrient | Value | DV% | In TOP % of foods | Comparison |
| Calories | 455kcal | 23% | 10% |
9.7 times more than Orange
|
| Protein | 24g | 57% | 14% |
8.5 times more than Broccoli
|
| Fats | 38g | 59% | 4% |
1.1 times more than Cheese
|
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0% | 100% |
N/A
|
| Net carbs | 1.9g | N/A | 66% |
29.1 times less than Chocolate
|
| Carbs | 1.9g | 1% | 68% |
15.1 times less than Rice
|
| Cholesterol | 88mg | 29% | 16% |
4.2 times less than Egg
|
| Vitamin D | 1.5µg | 15% | 42% |
1.5 times less than Egg
|
| Magnesium | 18mg | 4% | 66% |
7.8 times less than Almonds
|
| Calcium | 8mg | 1% | 82% |
15.6 times less than Milk
|
| Potassium | 398mg | 12% | 18% |
2.7 times more than Cucumber
|
| Iron | 1.6mg | 20% | 46% |
1.6 times less than Beef broiled
|
| Sugar | 0g | N/A | 100% |
N/A
|
| Fiber | 0g | 0% | 100% |
N/A
|
| Copper | 0.08mg | 9% | 63% |
1.8 times less than Shiitake
|
| Zinc | 3.4mg | 31% | 27% |
1.9 times less than Beef broiled
|
| Phosphorus | 150mg | 21% | 53% |
1.2 times less than Chicken meat
|
| Sodium | 1235mg | 54% | 4% |
2.5 times more than White Bread
|
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 0% | 100% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.22mg | 1% | 74% |
6.6 times less than Kiwi
|
| Manganese | 0.04mg | 2% | 68% | |
| Selenium | 21µg | 38% | 45% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.63mg | 53% | 14% |
2.4 times more than Pea raw
|
| Vitamin B2 | 0.3mg | 23% | 26% |
2.3 times more than Avocado
|
| Vitamin B3 | 5.1mg | 32% | 32% |
1.9 times less than Turkey meat
|
| Vitamin B5 | 1.1mg | 22% | 33% |
Equal to Sunflower seeds
|
| Vitamin B6 | 0.53mg | 41% | 23% |
4.5 times more than Oat
|
| Vitamin B12 | 2µg | 83% | 31% |
2.9 times more than Pork
|
| Vitamin K | 1.6µg | 1% | 70% |
63.5 times less than Broccoli
|
| Folate | 2µg | 1% | 90% |
30.5 times less than Brussels sprouts
|
| Choline | 97mg | 18% | 51% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14g | 72% | 8% |
2.4 times more than Beef broiled
|
| Monounsaturated Fat | 18g | N/A | 11% |
1.9 times more than Avocado
|
| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.5g | N/A | 22% |
13.6 times less than Walnut
|
| Tryptophan | 0.28mg | 0% | 53% |
1.1 times less than Chicken meat
|
| Threonine | 1.5mg | 0% | 43% |
2 times more than Beef broiled
|
| Isoleucine | 2.2mg | 0% | 42% |
2.4 times more than Salmon raw
|
| Leucine | 1.7mg | 0% | 60% |
1.4 times less than Tuna Bluefin
|
| Lysine | 2.4mg | 0% | 48% |
5.3 times more than Tofu
|
| Methionine | 0.47mg | 0% | 66% |
4.9 times more than Quinoa
|
| Phenylalanine | 1.1mg | 0% | 48% |
1.7 times more than Egg
|
| Valine | 0.91mg | 0% | 66% |
2.2 times less than Soybean raw
|
| Histidine | 0.72mg | 0% | 57% |
Equal to Turkey meat
|
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | N/A | 100% |
N/A
|
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | N/A | 100% |
N/A
|
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | N/A | 100% |
N/A
|
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NUTRITION FACTS LABEL
Nutrition Facts
___servings per container
Serving Size ______________
Serving Size ______________
Amount Per 100g
Calories 455
% Daily Value*
59%
Total Fat
38g
65%
Saturated Fat 14g
0
Trans Fat
0g
29%
Cholesterol 88mg
54%
Sodium 1235mg
0.62%
Total Carbohydrate
1.9g
0
Dietary Fiber
0g
Total Sugars 0g
Includes ? g Added Sugars
Protein
24g
Vitamin D
61mcg
10%
Calcium
8mg
0.8%
Iron
1.6mg
20%
Potassium
398mg
12%
*
The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
Health checks
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Dietary cholesterol is not associated with an increased risk of coronary heart disease in healthy individuals. However, dietary cholesterol is common in foods that are high in harmful saturated fats.
Source
Low in Cholesterol
ⓘ
Trans fat consumption increases the risk of cardiovascular disease and mortality by negatively affecting blood lipid levels.
Source
No Trans Fats
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Saturated fat intake can raise total cholesterol and LDL (low-density lipoprotein) levels, leading to an increased risk of atherosclerosis. Dietary guidelines recommend limiting saturated fats to under 10% of calories a day.
Source
Low in Saturated Fats
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While the consumption of moderate amounts of added sugars is not detrimental to health, an excessive intake can increase the risk of obesity, and therefore, diabetes.
Source
Low in Sugars
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References
All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.