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Taco Seasoning

Taco Seasoning is a dry spice mix commonly used in Mexican-inspired and Tex-Mex cooking to season ground meat, beans, vegetables and tacos. It’s known for a warm, smoky and slightly spicy flavor profile that typically combines chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic and oregano. Because it’s a concentrated seasoning used in small amounts, it’s flavorful but can be high in added salt — about 16g of salt per 100g — so people often use it sparingly or choose reduced-sodium options. Although used in small quantities, the blend contributes trace minerals and iron and provides some antioxidant compounds from the dried chilies and herbs; choosing lower-salt versions lets you enjoy the flavor while keeping sodium intake down.

Vegan · Lactose free · Gluten free · Ultra-processed · ~3.00€/100g

Kinome Health Grade

B-

Healthy

-

Nutrition

Macronutrients per selected portion. Averaged from verified sources.

Calories

320 kcal

16% of Daily kcal · energy-dense

Protein

13 g

26% RDI

Fat

3 g

0.8g sat fat

Carbs

58 g

21% RDI

Sugar

16 g

32% RDI

Fiber

30 g

100% RDI

Salt

16 g

100% RDI

Nutrition quality

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Composite score - weighted by current nutrition science

B- · 6.3 / 10

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Frequently asked

Q.01Is Taco Seasoning healthy?

Yes, Taco Seasoning is considered healthy with a Health Grade of B-. It is a good source of dietary fiber (30g per 100g).

Q.03What NOVA processing level is Taco Seasoning?

Taco Seasoning is NOVA 4 - Ultra-processed.

Q.05Is Taco Seasoning gluten free?

Yes, Taco Seasoning is gluten free.

Q.02What are the macros in Taco Seasoning?

100g of Taco Seasoning contains 320 kcal, 13g protein, 58g carbohydrates, 3g fat, and 30g fiber.

Q.04Is Taco Seasoning vegan?

Yes, Taco Seasoning is vegan.

Q.06Is Taco Seasoning lactose free?

Yes, Taco Seasoning is lactose free.

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