TACO BELL, Nachos Supreme
Whole food · Fast Foods
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Taco Bell's Nachos Supreme is a loaded, shareable appetizer featuring a base of crispy corn tortilla chips topped with seasoned ground beef, refried beans, nacho cheese sauce, diced tomatoes, and sour cream. Each bite delivers a satisfying crunch followed by a creamy, savory, and slightly tangy flavor profile. At roughly 223 calories per 100g, it's a moderately energy-dense dish where the primary calorie sources are carbohydrates from the chips and beans, and fat from the cheese and sour cream.
Calorie split: 11% protein · 38% carbs · 50% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People love it for the irresistible combination of textures—crunchy, creamy, and gooey—and the bold, satisfying flavors of seasoned beef and melted cheese. It's a quintessential comfort food and a staple of Tex-Mex cuisine, often enjoyed as a fun, shareable meal or party snack.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The dish can be high in sodium and saturated fat, which may be a concern for those monitoring blood pressure or heart health. The refined carbohydrates from the chips can also lead to a rapid blood-sugar spike. To counteract this, consider pairing it with a side of grilled chicken or extra beans to boost protein and fiber, which helps slow digestion, and practice portion control by sharing the serving.
Key benefits
- Provides a quick source of energy from carbohydrates and fats.
- Contains some dietary fiber from the beans and corn chips.
- Offers a modest amount of protein from the beef and beans.
- Highly customizable with various toppings.
- A popular social food for sharing and gatherings.
🍽️ Popular dishes
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The dish was invented in 1943 by Ignacio 'Nacho' Anaya at the Victory Club restaurant in Piedras Negras, Mexico, for a group of U.S. military wives who wanted a snack with what was available.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 58.1 g |
| Energy | 223 kcal |
| Energy | 932 kj |
| Protein | 6.2 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 12.5 g |
| Ash | 1.8 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 21.4 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 3.7 g |
| Total Sugars | 1.6 g |
| Sucrose | 0.27 g |
| Glucose | 0.23 g |
| Fructose | 0.27 g |
| Lactose | 0.87 g |
| Maltose | 0.00 g |
| Galactose | 0.00 g |
| Starch | 15.0 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 47.0 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 1.0 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 33.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 153 mg |
| Potassium, K | 298 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 348 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 1.1 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.10 mg |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.20 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 8.1 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0.00 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.07 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.14 mg |
| Niacin | 1.0 mg |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.33 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.16 mg |
| Folate, total | 14.0 ug |
| Folate, food | 14.0 ug |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.31 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 42.0 ug |
| Retinol | 36.0 ug |
| Carotene, beta | 64.0 ug |
| Carotene, alpha | 1.0 ug |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 19.0 ug |
| Vitamin A, IU | 242 iu |
| Lycopene | 252 ug |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 46.0 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 1.8 mg |
| Tocopherol, beta | 0.04 mg |
| Tocopherol, gamma | 3.0 mg |
| Tocopherol, delta | 0.24 mg |
| Tocotrienol, alpha | 0.11 mg |
| Tocotrienol, beta | 0.17 mg |
| Tocotrienol, delta | 0.12 mg |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 6.4 ug |
| Vitamin K (Dihydrophylloquinone) | 21.1 ug |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 2.5 g |
| SFA 4:0 | 0.02 g |
| SFA 6:0 | 0.01 g |
| SFA 8:0 | 0.01 g |
| SFA 10:0 | 0.03 g |
| SFA 12:0 | 0.03 g |
| SFA 14:0 | 0.17 g |
| SFA 15:0 | 0.02 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 1.4 g |
| SFA 17:0 | 0.04 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 0.72 g |
| SFA 20:0 | 0.06 g |
| SFA 22:0 | 0.03 g |
| SFA 24:0 | 0.02 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 6.7 g |
| MUFA 14:1 | 0.03 g |
| MUFA 15:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.11 g |
| MUFA 16:1 c | 0.10 g |
| MUFA 17:1 | 0.03 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 6.4 g |
| MUFA 18:1 c | 6.2 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.11 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 22:1 c | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 24:1 c | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 2.5 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 2.1 g |
| PUFA 18:2 n-6 c,c | 2.1 g |
| PUFA 18:2 CLAs | 0.02 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.33 g |
| PUFA 18:3 n-3 c,c,c (ALA) | 0.32 g |
| PUFA 18:3 n-6 c,c,c | 0.01 g |
| PUFA 18:3i | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 18:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:2 n-6 c,c | 0.01 g |
| PUFA 20:3 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:3 n-3 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:3 n-6 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:4 | 0.01 g |
| PUFA 20:5 n-3 (EPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:5 n-3 (DPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:6 n-3 (DHA) | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total trans | 0.17 g |
| Fatty acids, total trans-monoenoic | 0.14 g |
| TFA 16:1 t | 0.01 g |
| TFA 18:1 t | 0.13 g |
| TFA 22:1 t | 0.00 g |
| TFA 18:2 t not further defined | 0.03 g |
| Fatty acids, total trans-polyenoic | 0.03 g |
| Cholesterol | 14.0 mg |
Amino acid profile (per 100g)
| Tryptophan | 0.06 g |
| Threonine | 0.22 g |
| Isoleucine | 0.28 g |
| Leucine | 0.54 g |
| Lysine | 0.34 g |
| Methionine | 0.12 g |
| Phenylalanine | 0.28 g |
| Tyrosine | 0.17 g |
| Valine | 0.33 g |
| Arginine | 0.35 g |
| Histidine | 0.19 g |
| Alanine | 0.35 g |
| Aspartic acid | 0.59 g |
| Glutamic acid | 1.1 g |
| Glycine | 0.33 g |
| Proline | 0.51 g |
| Serine | 0.28 g |
| Hydroxyproline | 0.09 g |
FAQ
Is Nachos Supreme a complete meal?
It's often considered an appetizer or snack due to its calorie and nutrient profile, but it can be part of a meal, especially when supplemented with a side salad or vegetables to add volume and fiber.
How can I make a lighter version at home?
Use baked tortilla chips, lean ground turkey or extra beans for protein, low-fat cheese or a Greek yogurt-based sauce, and load up on fresh veggies like peppers, onions, and jalapeños.
What common allergens are in Nachos Supreme?
It typically contains wheat (in the beef seasoning), dairy (cheese, sour cream), and may have traces of soy. Always check with the restaurant for specific allergen information.
Nutrient density (calculated · NRF9.3)
Nutrient Rich Foods index: beneficial nutrients (protein, fiber, vitamins, minerals) minus saturated fat, added sugar & sodium, per 100 kcal.
NRF9.3 index — Fulgoni, Keast & Drewnowski, 2009. Computed from USDA nutrients.
Weight-loss friendliness (composite index)
Energy density 2.23 kcal/g · 11% calories from protein · 3.7 g fiber · 1.6 g sugar per 100 g.
Composite of energy density (Rolls et al., 1999), protein & fiber satiety, minus sugar. A calculated heuristic — ranks satiety-per-calorie, not a clinical measure.
Dietary load (calculated from USDA values)
Potential renal acid load. Positive = acid-forming, negative = alkaline-forming.
Sodium-to-potassium ratio: 1.17 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.