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Corn taco shell (tostada)

Corn taco shell (tostada) packs 476 kcal into 100 g (3.5 oz), so a typical 28 g (1 oz) serving already adds up to about 133 kcal.

Last reviewed: By USDA description: Corn taco shell (tostada), packaged

  • 476 kcalCalories per 100 g
  • 6.4 gProtein per 100 g
  • 6.7 gFiber per 100 g
  • Estimated satiety: 1 out of 5

Nutrition facts

A typical 28 g (1 oz) serving provides about 133 kcal, 1.8 g of protein, and 1.9 g of fiber.

Values for corn taco shell (tostada) per 100 g (3.5 oz) and per typical serving of 28 g (1 oz).
NutrientPer 100 g (3.5 oz)Per serving (28 g (1 oz))
Calories476 kcal133 kcal
Protein6.4 g1.8 g
Carbohydrates63.5 g17.8 g
of which sugars1.5 g0.4 g
Fiber6.7 g1.9 g
Fat21.8 g6.1 g
of which saturated7.1 g2 g
Water6.4 g1.8 g

The typical serving is a common amount used for the math, not a recommendation. Ounces and cups are rounded US equivalents; the values come from the database entry cited in the sources.

Satiety

Calculation: 1 (base) − 1 (high energy density: 476 kcal/100 g) + 0 (protein: 1.3 g/100 kcal) + 0 (fiber: 1.4 g/100 kcal) + 0 (solid food with 6.4 g of water, under 70) = 0; raised to the minimum of 1.

The 1 to 5 score is our own estimate: it starts at 1 point, adds points for low energy density, for protein and fiber per 100 kcal, and for the water in solid foods, and subtracts points for drinks with calories. It is useful for comparing foods with each other; it is not a measurement in people.

What to keep in mind on a GLP-1 medication

High in fiber
It has at least 3 g of fiber per 100 g. Fiber adds bulk and slows digestion, which contributes to fullness, and it helps keep you regular; constipation is a common side effect of GLP-1 medications. It is usually easier to tolerate when you increase it gradually and drink enough water.
High energy density
It has more than 300 kcal per 100 g: a lot of energy in a small volume, so it is less filling per calorie. That does not make it a bad food; when your appetite is very low, a small serving can help you meet your needs.

Frequently asked questions about corn taco shell (tostada)

How much protein is in a 28 g (1 oz) serving of corn taco shell (tostada)?

100 g (3.5 oz) of corn taco shell (tostada) has 6.4 g of protein. A typical 28 g (1 oz) serving has about 1.8 g of protein. That is 1.3 g of protein per 100 kcal.

How many calories does a 28 g (1 oz) serving of corn taco shell (tostada) have?

100 g (3.5 oz) of corn taco shell (tostada) has 476 kcal. A typical 28 g (1 oz) serving has about 133 kcal. That is a high energy density.

Does corn taco shell (tostada) have fiber?

100 g (3.5 oz) of corn taco shell (tostada) has 6.7 g of fiber. A typical 28 g (1 oz) serving has about 1.9 g of fiber. It carries our “High in fiber” tag.

Is corn taco shell (tostada) filling?

Barely filling for the calories it provides: our estimated satiety score is 1 out of 5. Calculation: 1 (base) − 1 (high energy density: 476 kcal/100 g) + 0 (protein: 1.3 g/100 kcal) + 0 (fiber: 1.4 g/100 kcal) + 0 (solid food with 6.4 g of water, under 70) = 0; raised to the minimum of 1. It is an estimate based on its composition, not a measurement in people.

What should I know about corn taco shell (tostada) on a GLP-1 medication?

Based on our tags, this is what matters about corn taco shell (tostada) on a GLP-1 medication. “High in fiber”: a good amount of fiber, which helps keep you regular; it is easier to tolerate when you increase it gradually and drink enough water. “High energy density”: a lot of energy in a small volume; when your appetite is very low, a small serving can help you meet your needs. These are general guidelines, not medical advice: everyone tolerates foods differently.

What counts as a normal serving of corn taco shell (tostada)?

We use 28 g (1 oz) as a typical serving. That amount provides about 133 kcal, 1.8 g of protein, and 1.9 g of fiber. It is a reference for calculations, not a recommendation of how much to eat.

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Sources

Sources for the data on this page, with the access date.

  1. USDA FoodData Central (FNDDS 2021-2023): Taco shell, corn (FDC ID 2707826). U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. accessed .