Calories in green chilaquiles
A typical serving of green chilaquiles provides about 463 calories. Here are the full macros and nutrition facts.
Per serving · 1 plate (250 g)
Calories
463kcal
Protein
17g
Carbs
55g
Fat
21.3g
Per 100 g
| Calories | 185 kcal |
| Protein | 6.8 g |
| Carbs | 22 g |
| Fat | 8.5 g |
| Saturated fat | 3.5 g |
| Fiber | 3.2 g |
| Sugars | 2.1 g |
| Sodium | 420 mg |
Data based on Open Food Facts and public nutrition databases.
Corn tortilla chips bathed in hot green salsa, usually topped with cream, cheese, onion, and egg or chicken.
Nutritional benefits
- High energy supply to start the day
- Calcium from nixtamalized tortillas
- Antioxidants found in green tomatoes (tomatillos)
How to prepare it
- 1.Bake the chips instead of frying them
- 2.Use fresh roasted tomatillos for the sauce
- 3.Add the sauce right before serving to keep the texture
Lighter alternatives
Baked chilaquiles
Drastically reduces fat content
Green enchiladas
The tortilla isn't fried as much as a chip
Cactus chilaquiles
Lower carbs and much higher fiber
Healthy tip
Opt for shredded chicken instead of cured beef (cecina) to keep sodium levels in check.
Frequently asked questions
How to make them lighter?
Use baked tortilla chips and low-fat sour cream or Greek yogurt.
What protein is best?
Shredded chicken or fried eggs are the most balanced options.
Are they very spicy?
It depends on the amount of serrano chilies added to the green sauce.
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