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How many calories are in a taco?

1 taco (100 g) of a taco has about 200 calories, with 9g protein, 16g carbohydrates and 11g fat.

A taco is a folded or crisp tortilla filled with seasoned meat, cheese, and fresh vegetables.

Calories

200

Per serving
1 taco (100 g)

9g Protein
16g Carbs
11g Fat
3g Fiber

of which sugars: 1g

Source: USDA FoodData Central. Values are averages and vary by brand and preparation.

Calories and macros by amount

Amount Calories ProteinCarbsFat
1 taco (100 g) 200 9g16g11g
Per 100 g 200 9g16g11g

Where the calories come from

Share of calories from each macronutrient

Protein 18% Carbs 32% Fat 50%

Burn it off

Roughly how long it takes to burn 200 calories:

🚶
47
min
Walking
🏃
17
min
Running
🚴
22
min
Cycling

Estimated for a ~70 kg (154 lb) adult; your rate varies.

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Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in a taco?

1 taco (100 g) of a taco has about 200 calories, with 9g protein, 16g carbohydrates and 11g fat.

How much protein is in a taco?

1 taco (100 g) of a taco contains about 9g of protein.

How many carbs and fat are in a taco?

1 taco (100 g) of a taco contains about 16g of carbohydrates and 11g of fat.

Is a taco good for weight loss?

At about 200 calories per serving, a taco can fit a weight-loss plan when it suits your daily calorie budget. Log it by photo with LensNutra to stay on track.

How long does it take to burn off a taco?

Burning about 200 calories takes roughly 47 minutes of walking or 17 minutes of running.

Written & maintained by the LensNutra nutrition team · Nutrition data: USDA FoodData Central

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