Calories in nachos with cheese
A typical serving of nachos with cheese provides about 459 calories. Here are the full macros and nutrition facts.
Per serving · 1 shared plate (150 g)
Calories
459kcal
Protein
9.8g
Carbs
52.5g
Fat
24g
Per 100 g
| Calories | 306 kcal |
| Protein | 6.5 g |
| Carbs | 35 g |
| Fat | 16 g |
| Saturated fat | 4.5 g |
| Fiber | 3 g |
| Sugars | 1 g |
| Sodium | 530 mg |
Data based on Open Food Facts and public nutrition databases.
Fried corn tortilla chips topped with a processed melted cheese sauce.
Nutritional benefits
- Lasting energy from corn
- Phosphorus intake
- Satiating due to fat content
How to prepare it
- 1.Use real shredded cheese at home
- 2.Add jalapenos to boost metabolism
- 3.Bake the chips instead of frying
Lighter alternatives
Hummus with carrots
Much healthier and with fiber
Popcorn
Less fat and more fiber
Zucchini nachos
Low in carbs
Healthy tip
Add natural guacamole or pico de gallo to improve the micronutrient intake.
Frequently asked questions
Is the cheese healthy?
In fast food, it's usually highly processed cheese sauce with little dairy.
Are they gluten-free?
They are generally corn-based, but may have wheat traces from cross-contamination.
Why are they so addictive?
The combination of fat, salt, and crunch stimulates the brain.
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