Dietary labels are inferred automatically from Tamales (Navajo)'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 21/100
How many beneficial nutrients Tamales (Navajo) 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 Tamales (Navajo) come from — the split across carbs, fat & protein.
47% from carbs
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Carbs 47%18.1 g per serving
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Fat 36%6.1 g per serving
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Protein 16%6.3 g per serving
What Tamales (Navajo) 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 | 18.1 g | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.1 g | |
| Starch | 12.3 g | — |
| Total Sugars | 1.0 g | — |
| Sucrose | 0.4 g | — |
| Glucose | 0.2 g | — |
| Fructose | 0.2 g | — |
| Lactose | 0.0 g | — |
| Maltose | 0.2 g | — |
| Galactose | 0.0 g | — |
| Fats & Fatty Acids | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 6.1 g | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.4 g | |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | — |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | — |
| Omega-3 Fatty Acids | 29.0 mg | — |
| Omega-6 Fatty Acids | 646.0 mg | — |
| Caprylic Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Capric Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Lauric Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Myristic Acid | 165.0 mg | — |
| Palmitic Acid | 1,395.0 mg | — |
| Stearic Acid | 743.0 mg | — |
| Arachidic Acid | 10.0 mg | — |
| Behenic Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Palmitoleic Acid | 188.0 mg | — |
| Oleic Acid | 2,439.0 mg | — |
| Gadoleic Acid | 27.0 mg | — |
| Linoleic Acid | 646.0 mg | — |
| alpha-Linolenic Acid (ALA) | 29.0 mg | — |
| gamma-Linolenic Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Arachidonic Acid | 13.0 mg | — |
| Protein & Amino Acids | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Protein | 6.3 g | |
| Histidine | 196.0 mg | — |
| Isoleucine | 271.0 mg | — |
| Leucine | 568.0 mg | — |
| Lysine | 427.0 mg | — |
| Methionine | 150.0 mg | — |
| Phenylalanine | 275.0 mg | — |
| Threonine | 239.0 mg | — |
| Tryptophan | 52.0 mg | — |
| Valine | 318.0 mg | — |
| Alanine | 422.0 mg | — |
| Arginine | 391.0 mg | — |
| Aspartic Acid | 556.0 mg | — |
| Cystine | 83.0 mg | — |
| Glutamic Acid | 1,029.0 mg | — |
| Glycine | 384.0 mg | — |
| Proline | 382.0 mg | — |
| Serine | 273.0 mg | — |
| Tyrosine | 204.0 mg | — |
| Vitamins | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 0.0 mcg | |
| Vitamin C | 1.7 mg | |
| Vitamin D | ~ | — |
| Vitamin E | 0.0 mg | |
| Vitamin K | ~ | — |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.1 mg | |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.1 mg | |
| Niacin (B3) | 1.6 mg | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.1 mg | |
| Folate (B9) | 15.0 mcg | |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.5 mcg | |
| Pantothenic Acid (B5) | 0.2 mg |
| Minerals | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 29.0 mg | |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | |
| Magnesium | 22.0 mg | |
| Phosphorus | 99.0 mg | |
| Potassium | 131.0 mg | |
| Sodium | 427.0 mg | |
| Zinc | 1.5 mg | |
| Copper | 0.1 mg | |
| Manganese | 0.2 mg | |
| Selenium | 6.0 mcg |
| Sterols | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Cholesterol | 17.0 mg | |
| Phytosterols | ~ | — |
| Other | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Alcohol | ~ | — |
| Caffeine | ~ | — |
| Theobromine | ~ | — |
| Ash | 1.4 g | — |
About Tamales (Navajo)
The tamale is an ancient Mesoamerican dish of masa, a dough of nixtamalized corn, spread with a filling, wrapped in a corn husk or banana leaf, and steamed until tender. Dating back thousands of years to Aztec and Maya kitchens, it remains a cherished food across Mexico and Central and South America, especially as a centerpiece of holiday and family gatherings. Tamales offer carbohydrates and fiber from the corn masa plus protein from their fillings, which range from shredded pork, chicken, and beef in red or green chile sauce to cheese and roasted peppers, beans, or sweet versions studded with fruit and cinnamon.
The wrapper is peeled away before eating. Making them is a communal tradition, with families gathering to assemble big batches. Steam tamales until the masa pulls cleanly from the husk, refrigerate leftovers wrapped for several days or freeze them, and resteam or microwave to bring back their moist, fluffy texture.
Source: USDA FoodData Central & FooDB. Values are per 100 g, edible portion.
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Tamales (Navajo)?
There are 153 calories in 100 g of Tamales (Navajo), or about 285 calories in 1 piece (186 g).
How much protein is in Tamales (Navajo)?
Tamales (Navajo) contains 6.3 g of protein per 100 g.
How many carbs are in Tamales (Navajo)?
Tamales (Navajo) has 18.1 g of carbohydrates per 100 g.
How much fat is in Tamales (Navajo)?
Tamales (Navajo) provides 6.1 g of total fat per 100 g.
What is Tamales (Navajo) a good source of?
Tamales (Navajo) is an excellent source of Vitamin B12 (23% DV) and a good source of Protein, Zinc, Dietary Fiber, Selenium and Niacin (B3) (per 100 g). Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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