Calories
165 kcal
8% of Daily kcal · low-calorie
Protein
5.5 g
11% RDI
Fat
5.4 g
1g sat fat
Carbs
21 g
8% RDI
Sugar
1.5 g
3% RDI
Fiber
2.4 g
8% RDI
Salt
0.9 g
18% RDI
Tamale (Reduced-Fat Masa, Olive Oil)
Tamale (Reduced-Fat Masa, Olive Oil) is a traditional Mesoamerican dish of nixtamalized corn dough (masa) often filled, wrapped in corn husks or banana leaves and steamed; it is commonly enjoyed across Mexico and Central America as street food, a snack or part of festive meals. Per 100 g it supplies about 5.5g of protein and modest fiber from the masa, while using olive oil instead of lard shifts the fat profile toward monounsaturated fats. Made with reduced‑fat masa and olive oil, this version tends to be more favorable for heart health and satiety than tamales made with animal fats, though it remains a processed prepared food best enjoyed as part of a varied diet.
Lactose free · Gluten free · Processed · ~1.50€/100g
Kinome Health Grade
B+
Healthy
-
Nutrition
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Nutrition quality
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Composite score - weighted by current nutrition science
B+ · 7.2 / 10
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Frequently asked
Q.01Is Tamale (Reduced-Fat Masa, Olive Oil) healthy?
Yes, Tamale (Reduced-Fat Masa, Olive Oil) is considered healthy with a Health Grade of B+. It is highly satiating for the calories provided.
Q.03What NOVA processing level is Tamale (Reduced-Fat Masa, Olive Oil)?
Tamale (Reduced-Fat Masa, Olive Oil) is NOVA 3 - Processed.
Q.05Is Tamale (Reduced-Fat Masa, Olive Oil) lactose free?
Yes, Tamale (Reduced-Fat Masa, Olive Oil) is lactose free.
Q.02What are the macros in Tamale (Reduced-Fat Masa, Olive Oil)?
100g of Tamale (Reduced-Fat Masa, Olive Oil) contains 165 kcal, 5.5g protein, 21g carbohydrates, 5.4g fat, and 2.4g fiber.
Q.04Is Tamale (Reduced-Fat Masa, Olive Oil) gluten free?
Yes, Tamale (Reduced-Fat Masa, Olive Oil) is gluten free.
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