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Dietary labels are inferred automatically from Taco shells, baked's food group, name and nutrient profile — a helpful guide, not a guarantee. Recipes and brands vary, so always read the label on packaged foods.
Fair nutrient density 16/100
How many beneficial nutrients Taco shells, baked delivers for its calories — scored across 24 vitamins, minerals, protein and fiber, minus saturated fat and sodium. See the most nutrient-dense foods.
Caloric ratio
Where the calories in Taco shells, baked come from — the split across carbs, fat & protein.
54% from carbs
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Carbs 54%62.7 g per serving
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Fat 40%20.8 g per serving
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Protein 6%7.1 g per serving
What Taco shells, baked is a good source of
Stand-out nutrients per 100 g, by share of your Daily Value. Bold figures are an excellent source (20%+ DV).
Full nutrition breakdown
- Beneficial
- Moderate
- Limit
- Neutral
Bars are shaded by how a high amount affects your diet — green for nutrients to seek out (fiber, protein, vitamins), red for those best kept low (saturated fat, sodium, cholesterol), neutral where it depends. Each bar shows the % of your Daily Value per serving.
| Carbohydrates | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrate | 62.7 g | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.6 g | |
| Starch | 57.3 g | — |
| Total Sugars | 1.2 g | — |
| Fats & Fatty Acids | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 20.8 g | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.2 g | |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 6.4 g | — |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 7.3 g | — |
| Trans Fat | 0.2 g | — |
| Omega-3 Fatty Acids | 110.0 mg | — |
| Omega-6 Fatty Acids | 7,150.0 mg | — |
| Butyric Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Caproic Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Caprylic Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Capric Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Lauric Acid | 25.0 mg | — |
| Myristic Acid | 118.0 mg | — |
| Palmitic Acid | 5,316.0 mg | — |
| Stearic Acid | 649.0 mg | — |
| Arachidic Acid | 78.0 mg | — |
| Behenic Acid | 23.0 mg | — |
| Palmitoleic Acid | 48.0 mg | — |
| Oleic Acid | 6,313.0 mg | — |
| Gadoleic Acid | 41.0 mg | — |
| Erucic Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Linoleic Acid | 7,150.0 mg | — |
| alpha-Linolenic Acid (ALA) | 110.0 mg | — |
| gamma-Linolenic Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Arachidonic Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA) | 0.0 mg | — |
| Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA) | 0.0 mg | — |
| Protein & Amino Acids | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Protein | 7.1 g | |
| Histidine | 167.0 mg | — |
| Isoleucine | 220.0 mg | — |
| Leucine | 837.0 mg | — |
| Lysine | 197.0 mg | — |
| Methionine | 180.0 mg | — |
| Phenylalanine | 290.0 mg | — |
| Threonine | 227.0 mg | — |
| Tryptophan | 40.0 mg | — |
| Valine | 287.0 mg | — |
| Alanine | 457.0 mg | — |
| Arginine | 287.0 mg | — |
| Aspartic Acid | 540.0 mg | — |
| Cystine | 140.0 mg | — |
| Glutamic Acid | 1,257.0 mg | — |
| Glycine | 250.0 mg | — |
| Proline | 770.0 mg | — |
| Serine | 367.0 mg | — |
| Tyrosine | 223.0 mg | — |
| Vitamins | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 1.0 mcg | |
| Vitamin C | 0.0 mg | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | |
| Vitamin E | 0.7 mg | |
| Vitamin K | 8.6 mcg | |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.2 mg | |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.1 mg | |
| Niacin (B3) | 1.9 mg | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.2 mg | |
| Folate (B9) | 69.0 mcg | |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.0 mcg | |
| Pantothenic Acid (B5) | 0.4 mg | |
| Choline | 29.9 mg | |
| Betaine | 0.4 mg | — |
| Minerals | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 101.0 mg | |
| Iron | 1.9 mg | |
| Magnesium | 85.0 mg | |
| Phosphorus | 226.0 mg | |
| Potassium | 223.0 mg | |
| Sodium | 389.0 mg | |
| Zinc | 1.6 mg | |
| Copper | 0.1 mg | |
| Manganese | 0.4 mg | |
| Selenium | 4.8 mcg |
| Sterols | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Cholesterol | 0.0 mg | |
| Phytosterols | ~ | — |
| Other | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Alcohol | 0.0 g | — |
| Caffeine | 0.0 mg | — |
| Theobromine | 0.0 mg | — |
| Ash | 2.0 g | — |
About Taco shells, baked
An edible shell is any crisp or sturdy edible container made to hold a filling, so the vessel is enjoyed right along with what is inside. The category covers a lot of familiar ground, from crunchy fried taco shells and tostadas to tart and pie shells, pastry cups and vol-au-vents, phyllo and wonton cups, cannoli shells, cream puff shells, and even bread bowls and waffle cones. Most are built from doughs based on flour, cornmeal, or pastry, so their nutrition mirrors those ingredients, contributing carbohydrates and, when fried or made with butter, added fat and calories.
Edible shells solve a practical problem while adding texture and flair, turning a simple filling into tacos, tartlets, canapes, and handheld desserts. The key to keeping them crisp is filling them close to serving time, since moist fillings soften them quickly. Store unfilled shells airtight at room temperature to protect their crunch, and re-crisp them briefly in a warm oven if they lose their snap.
Source: USDA FoodData Central & FooDB. Values are per 100 g, edible portion.
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Taco shells, baked?
There are 466 calories in 100 g of Taco shells, baked, or about 62 calories in 1 medium (approx 5" dia) (13 g).
How much protein is in Taco shells, baked?
Taco shells, baked contains 7.1 g of protein per 100 g.
How many carbs are in Taco shells, baked?
Taco shells, baked has 62.7 g of carbohydrates per 100 g.
How much fat is in Taco shells, baked?
Taco shells, baked provides 20.8 g of total fat per 100 g.
What is Taco shells, baked a good source of?
Taco shells, baked is an excellent source of Magnesium (20% DV) and a good source of Manganese, Thiamin (B1), Phosphorus, Folate (B9), Dietary Fiber and Zinc (per 100 g). Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
