USDA Survey

Taco shell, flour

According to USDA FoodData Central (FDC ID 2707827, data refreshed July 2026), nutrition facts per 100g, sourced verbatim.

511
Calorieshigh density
8.8g
Proteingood source · 18% DV
53.2g
Carbsgood source · 19% DV
29.1g
Fathigh · 37% DV
511 calories per 100g

Taco shell, flour contains 511 calories per 100g according to USDA FoodData Central. It has 8.8g of protein, 29.1g of fat, and 53.2g of carbohydrates per 100g. Data is sourced verbatim from the USDA Survey database, refreshed July 2026.

  • More protein than 48% of USDA whole foods

The verdict

Taco shell, flour carries 8.8g of protein per 100g, more than 48% of USDA whole foods.

8.8g
protein per 100g
Top 52%
protein vs USDA whole foods
511
calories per 100g
3.8g
fiber per 100g

Percentile computed against the 7,880 USDA SR Legacy and Foundation whole foods with a protein value, not branded or processed items.

FDA labeling rules →

Taco shell, flour contains 511 calories per 100g, according to the USDA FoodData Central database. It provides 8.8g of protein, 29.1g of fat, and 53.2g of carbohydrates per 100g. Dietary fiber: 3.8g. Below you will find a complete nutrient breakdown including vitamins, minerals, and daily value percentages based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Values are normalized to a 100g serving per the USDA FoodData Central standardization. Source: USDA laboratory analysis and manufacturer-reported label data for food products sold in the United States.

High Sodium

Where this data comes from

USDA FoodData Central is the United States government's authoritative reference for food composition, maintained by the Agricultural Research Service and updated as new laboratory analyses and manufacturer submissions are processed. Taco shell, flour is catalogued there as FDC ID 2707827, a usda survey entry. Every figure on this page comes from USDA laboratory analysis under the FDC USDA Survey program, standardized to 100 g so it can be compared fairly against any other food in the database. Values are shown on the USDA per-100 g basis.

By the per-100g standardization, Taco shell, flour reads as high sodium within common dietary frameworks. Compare it against 1 nutritionally similar items in Nearby Foods below.

Nutritional Value at a Glance

Taco shell, flour is a carbohydrate-dense food that can serve as a quick energy source.

At 14% of the Daily Value for fiber, it contributes moderately to daily fiber intake.

Notable micronutrients include Iron, Fe (22% DV).

Note: at 755mg per 100g (33% of the 2,300mg daily limit), this food is relatively high in sodium. Those monitoring salt intake should factor this in.

Allergen indicators

Our text scan flagged these FDA Big 9 major-allergen indicators in this product's name and brand description:

  • Wheat

Always verify with the physical package label. Our detection is a keyword scan over USDA-published product names and brand text, it is conservative-positive (flags likely allergens) but cannot guarantee completeness or accuracy. Manufacturers may reformulate without notice; consumers with anaphylaxis-risk allergies must rely on the FDA-mandated ingredient and allergen statement printed on the package itself.

Nutrition Facts Serving size 100g Amount per serving Calories 511 % Daily Value* Total Fat 29g 37% Saturated Fat 8g 41% Trans Fat 0g Cholesterol 0mg 0% Sodium 755mg 33% Total Carbohydrate 53g 19% Dietary Fiber 4g 14% Total Sugars 4g Includes 0g Added Sugars 0% Protein 9g Vitamin D 0mcg 0% Calcium 157mg 12% Iron 4mg 22% Potassium 135mg 3% * The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Values per 100g

Macro Breakdown

511
Calories per 100g

511 kcal = 26% of FDA 2,000 kcal Daily Value

0%100%26of 2,000 kcal
511 kcal = 26% of FDA 2,000 kcal Daily Value
P: 8.8gF: 29.1gC: 53.2g
8.8g
Protein
18% DV
29.1g
Total Fat
37% DV
53.2g
Carbs
19% DV
3.8g
Fiber
14% DV
4.0g
Sugar
no FDA DV
755mg
Sodium
33% DV

Values shown per 100g, the USDA FoodData Central standardization. Serving size for this entry is not declared in the USDA release.

Where Taco shell, flour ranks on protein

Its 8.8g of protein per 100g placed against every USDA reference (whole) food, the 7,880 SR Legacy and Foundation items with a protein value.

Protein per 100g - Taco shell, flour vs every USDA reference food

USDA reference (whole) foods with a protein value

9 48th percentile higher than 48% of 7,880 USDA reference foods

0–5: 2,829 USDA reference foods (36%). Below this entry. 5–10: 1,170 USDA reference foods (15%). This entry sits in this band. 10–15: 863 USDA reference foods (11%). Above this entry. 15–20: 783 USDA reference foods (10%). Above this entry. 20–25: 1,085 USDA reference foods (14%). Above this entry. 25–30: 826 USDA reference foods (10%). Above this entry. 30–35: 230 USDA reference foods (3%). Above this entry. 35–40: 32 USDA reference foods (0%). Above this entry. 40–45: 9 USDA reference foods (0%). Above this entry. 45–50: 11 USDA reference foods (0%). Above this entry. 50–55: 9 USDA reference foods (0%). Above this entry. 55–60: 33 USDA reference foods (0%). Above this entry. This food 0 60 every USDA reference food, bucketed by value

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Source USDA FoodData Central, SR Legacy & Foundation · July 2026

Full Nutrient Breakdown

Every nutrient USDA reports for this food, per 100 g, with each value's share of the FDA Daily Value shown as a bar.

Macronutrients

Nutrient Amount % DV
Carbohydrate, by difference 53.2 G
19%
Energy 511 KCAL
Fiber, total dietary 3.8 G
14%
Protein 8.8 G
18%
Total Sugars 4.0 G
Total lipid (fat) 29.1 G
37%
Alcohol, ethyl 0.00 G
Caffeine 0 MG
Theobromine 0 MG
Water 6.3 G

Vitamins

Nutrient Amount % DV
Choline, total 8 MG
Folate, DFE 104.0 UG
Folate, food 11.0 UG
Folate, total 66.0 UG
Folic acid 55.0 UG
Niacin 4 MG
Riboflavin 0 MG
Thiamin 0 MG
Vitamin B-12 0.0 UG
Vitamin B-12, added 0.0 UG
Vitamin B-6 0 MG
Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid 0 MG
Vitamin E, added 0 MG
Vitamin K (phylloquinone) 18.6 UG

Minerals

Nutrient Amount % DV
Calcium, Ca 157 MG
12%
Iron, Fe 4 MG
22%
Potassium, K 135 MG
3%
Sodium, Na 755 MG
33%
Carotene, alpha 0.0 UG
Carotene, beta 0.0 UG
Copper, Cu 0 MG
Cryptoxanthin, beta 0.0 UG
Lycopene 0.0 UG
Magnesium, Mg 24 MG
Phosphorus, P 222 MG
Retinol 0.0 UG
Selenium, Se 24.0 UG
Vitamin A, RAE 0.0 UG
Vitamin D (D2 + D3) 0.0 UG
Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) 1 MG
Zinc, Zn 1 MG

Lipids

Nutrient Amount % DV
Cholesterol 0 MG
0%
Fatty acids, total saturated 8.3 G
41%
Fatty acids, total monounsaturated 10.3 G
Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated 8.2 G
MUFA 16:1 0.01 G
MUFA 18:1 10.3 G
MUFA 20:1 0.04 G
MUFA 22:1 0.00 G
PUFA 18:2 7.6 G
PUFA 18:3 0.63 G
PUFA 18:4 0.00 G
PUFA 20:4 0.00 G
PUFA 20:5 n-3 (EPA) 0.00 G
PUFA 22:5 n-3 (DPA) 0.00 G
PUFA 22:6 n-3 (DHA) 0.00 G
SFA 10:0 0.00 G
SFA 12:0 0.01 G
SFA 14:0 0.07 G
SFA 16:0 4.3 G
SFA 18:0 3.6 G
SFA 4:0 0.00 G
SFA 6:0 0.00 G
SFA 8:0 0.00 G

Other

Nutrient Amount % DV
Lutein + zeaxanthin 8.0 UG

Key takeaways

  • Taco shell, flour delivers 8.8g of protein per 100g, more than 48% of USDA whole foods. See the protein ranking
  • It carries 511 calories per 100g.
  • Its standout micronutrient is iron, fe, at 22% of the Daily Value per 100g.
  • Based on its per-100g profile, it fits high sodium patterns.

Nearby Foods

Foods in the same category with similar calorie content, useful for swaps, substitutions, and side-by-side comparison.

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Survey
476 cal
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Frequently Asked Questions

How many calories are in Taco shell, flour? ▼
Taco shell, flour contains 511 calories per 100g. It has 8.8g of protein, 29.1g of fat, and 53.2g of carbohydrates.
What are the macros in Taco shell, flour? ▼
Per 100g, Taco shell, flour has 8.8g protein (7% of calories), 29.1g fat, and 53.2g carbs. Fiber: 3.8g. Sugar: 4.0g.
How much sodium is in Taco shell, flour? ▼
Taco shell, flour contains 755mg of sodium per 100g, which is 33% of the recommended daily limit (2,300mg).
Is Taco shell, flour high in fiber? ▼
Taco shell, flour contains 3.8g of dietary fiber per 100g, which is 14% of the daily recommended value (28g).
Is Taco shell, flour keto-friendly? ▼
Taco shell, flour has 53.2g of carbs per 100g (42% of calories), which may be too high for strict keto diets (typically under 5g net carbs per serving).
Is Taco shell, flour good for a diet? ▼
Taco shell, flour has 511 calories per 100g. Fat content: 29.1g. Contains 3.8g fiber which aids digestion.
What vitamins and minerals are in Taco shell, flour? ▼
Taco shell, flour is notably rich in Iron, Fe (22% DV). Daily-value percentages are computed against the USDA per-100g standardization basis as published in FoodData Central.
How does Taco shell, flour compare to other foods? ▼
Taco shell, flour provides 511 calories and 8.8g protein per 100g. That is 58 calories per gram of protein. Use our compare tool to see how it stacks up against similar foods in the same category.

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Primary source data

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Data Sources & Methodology

Data from USDA FoodData Central, April 2026 release. See our methodology.

Source: USDA FoodData Central (FDC ID 2707827) — USDA Survey database. Verify with USDA →

Source: FDA 2,000-calorie Daily Value reference — %DV computed against the USDA per-100g standardization basis.

Disclaimer: This information is for reference only and should not replace professional dietary advice. Nutrient content may vary by brand, preparation method, and seasonal factors.

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