Chorizo

Chorizo is a protein-rich sausage that provides a substantial energy boost. It offers notable amounts of iron and zinc, essential minerals for overall health and well-being. This food is also a good source of vitamin A and vitamin B12, which support the immune system and energy metabolism. Despite being high in fat and calories, it supplies potassium and phosphorus important for cellular function.

Macronutrient distribution

A Serving (30 g) of Chorizo contains 130 calories, 7 g of protein, 0.5 g of carbohydrates, and 10 g of fat.

130kcal
Protein
7 g23%
Carbs
0.5 g2%
Fat
10 g75%

of calories

Calorie Burn

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  • Biking12–14 mph, moderate effort12 min
  • StairsStair climbing, moderate pace17 min
  • Running5 mph (12 min/mile)12 min

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Nutritional composition

Complete nutrition facts: macronutrients (protein, carbs and fat) and micronutrients (vitamins and minerals).

Values per Serving (30 g)

Carbohydrates

  • Carbohydrates0.5 / 313 g(0%)
  • Total Sugars0.5 g
  • Added Sugars0.2 / 63 g(0%)

Fats

  • Total Fat10 / 83 g(12%)
  • Saturated Fat3.3 / 25 g(13%)
  • Monounsaturated Fat4 g
  • Polyunsaturated Fat2.5 g
  • Cholesterol25 / 300 mg(8%)
  • Omega-30.1 g
  • Omega-62.4 g
  • Omega-94 g
  • Oleic Acid3.5 g
  • Erucic Acid0.2 g
  • Lauric Acid0.1 g
  • Stearic Acid1.1 g
  • Linoleic Acid2.3 g
  • Myristic Acid0.3 g
  • Palmitic Acid1.8 g
  • Eicosenoic Acid0.3 g
  • Arachidonic Acid0.03 g
  • Alpha-Linolenic Acid (ALA)0.09 g
  • Gamma-Linolenic Acid (GLA)0.02 g
  • Dihomo-Gamma-Linolenic Acid (DGLA)0.05 g

Protein

  • Protein7 / 56 g(12%)

Amino Acids

  • Lysine0.6 g
  • Serine0.26 g
  • Valine0.35 g
  • Alanine0.62 g
  • Cystine0.09 g
  • Cysteine0.09 g
  • Proline0.35 g
  • Taurine15 mg
  • Arginine0.44 g
  • Histidine0.2 g
  • Threonine0.25 g
  • Isoleucine0.3 g
  • Methionine0.15 g
  • Tryptophan0.05 g
  • Glutamic Acid0.88 g
  • Aspartic Acid0.7 g
  • Phenylalanine0.3 g
  • Glycine0.62 g
  • Leucine0.5 g
  • Tyrosine0.26 g

Vitamins

  • Vitamin A80 / 900 ug(9%)
  • Vitamin C1 / 90 mg(1%)
  • Vitamin E0.2 / 15 mg(1%)
  • Vitamin K1 / 120 ug(1%)
  • Vitamin B60.3 / 1.3 mg(23%)
  • Vitamin B120.8 / 2.4 ug(33%)
  • Thiamin (B1)0.25 / 1.2 mg(21%)
  • Riboflavin (B2)0.2 / 1.3 mg(15%)
  • Niacin (B3)3 / 16 mg(19%)
  • Folate5 / 400 ug(1%)
  • Pantothenic Acid (B5)0.4 / 5 mg(8%)
  • Biotin5 / 30 ug(17%)
  • Choline20 / 550 mg(4%)

Minerals

  • Calcium15 / 1,000 mg(2%)
  • Iron0.8 / 8 mg(10%)
  • Magnesium10 / 420 mg(2%)
  • Phosphorus75 / 700 mg(11%)
  • Potassium200 / 3,400 mg(6%)
  • Sodium370 / 2,300 mg(16%)
  • Zinc1.5 / 11 mg(14%)
  • Copper0.1 / 0.9 mg(11%)
  • Manganese0.02 / 2.3 mg(1%)
  • Selenium15 / 55 ug(27%)
  • Iodine1 / 150 ug(1%)
  • Chromium1 / 35 ug(3%)
  • Molybdenum3 / 45 ug(7%)

Other

  • Water10 / 3,700 g(0%)

Sources

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