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Tesco Frozen Diced Chorizo Calories, Macros & Key Nutrients

Tesco Frozen Diced Chorizo contains 284 kcal per 100g, with 17.7g of protein, 1.8g of carbohydrates, and 22.7g of fat. A good source of protein, with 17.7g per 100g.

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Nutritional Overview

Tesco Frozen Diced Chorizo is a protein-rich food commonly used in main meals across many cuisines. Per 100g serving, it provides 284 kcal of energy, 17.7g of protein, 1.8g of carbohydrates, and 22.7g of fat.

It is a good source of protein, providing 17.7g per 100g (around 25% of its energy), approximately 35% of the UK Reference Nutrient Intake of 50g per day. Under UK/EU nutrition-claim rules, that meets the "high protein" threshold of at least 20% of energy from protein. Protein plays a key role in muscle repair, immune function, and keeping you feeling full for longer.

Under UK FSA traffic-light labelling, this food is classified as high in fat with 22.7g per 100g (8.5g of which is saturated). The NHS recommends that fat makes up no more than 35% of daily energy intake. Portion awareness is advisable when including it regularly.

With only 0.5g of sugar per 100g, it meets the UK/EU "low sugar" nutrition-claim threshold. This makes it a suitable choice for those reducing their sugar intake as part of a balanced diet. 284 kcal per 100g is the real number behind Tesco Frozen Diced Chorizo. Our meal calorie calculator uk handles the running total from there.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many calories are in Tesco Frozen Diced Chorizo?

Tesco Frozen Diced Chorizo contains 284 kcal per 100g, which is approximately 14% of the recommended daily intake of 2,000 kcal for an average adult.

Is Tesco Frozen Diced Chorizo high in protein?

Yes, Tesco Frozen Diced Chorizo provides 17.7g of protein per 100g (around 25% of its energy), meeting the UK/EU "high protein" nutrition-claim threshold of at least 20% of energy from protein. The UK Reference Nutrient Intake for protein is around 50g per day for adults. A 100g serving of Tesco Frozen Diced Chorizo provides 35% of this.

Is Tesco Frozen Diced Chorizo high in fat?

Yes, according to FSA traffic-light guidelines, Tesco Frozen Diced Chorizo is classified as high in fat with 22.7g per 100g (the threshold is 17.5g). Of this, 8.5g is saturated fat.

Is Tesco Frozen Diced Chorizo low in sugar?

Yes, Tesco Frozen Diced Chorizo has only 0.5g of sugar per 100g, meeting the UK/EU "low sugar" nutrition-claim threshold.

Is Tesco Frozen Diced Chorizo high in salt?

Tesco Frozen Diced Chorizo contains 3.73g of salt per 100g, which the FSA classifies as high (above 1.5g per 100g). The recommended daily maximum for adults is 6g. A 100g serving provides 62% of this.

Sources & References

Data source for this food

  1. Open Food Facts — manufacturer's official product page

General nutrition references

  1. British Nutrition Foundation — UK nutrition science and education
  2. USDA FoodData Central — US Department of Agriculture food composition database
  3. NHS Eat Well — UK National Health Service dietary guidance
  4. British Heart Foundation — heart-healthy eating advice and dietary guidance
  5. European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) — European dietary reference values and food safety science
  6. Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health — The Nutrition Source — evidence-based nutrition research and dietary guidance

Nutritional values are per 100g unless otherwise stated and are provided for general information only. Not a substitute for professional dietary or medical advice. If you have a health condition, allergy, or are pregnant, consult a qualified healthcare professional. Values may vary depending on brand, preparation method, and serving size.

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