Calories in French Tacos
French tacos (also called Lyon-style tacos) is a French culinary phenomenon. This grilled sandwich stuffed with meat, fries and cheese sauce contains between 900 and 1700 kcal depending on size. It is one of the most caloric fast foods that exists.
Nutrition table
| Nutrient | 100g |
|---|---|
| Energy | 250 kcal |
| Protein | 12.0 g |
| Carbs | 25.0 g |
| Sugar | 2.0 g |
| Fat | 12.0 g |
| Saturated fat | 5.0 g |
| Fiber | 1.5 g |
| Salt | 1.50 g |
* Values may vary depending on preparation and product origin.
Variations
Calories by preparation method
| Preparation type | Calories | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Small tacos (1 meat) | 900 kcal | Smallest size, already substantial |
| Medium tacos (2 meats) | 1150 kcal | Medium size |
| Large tacos (3 meats) | 1400 kcal | Large size |
| XL tacos (4 meats) | 1700 kcal | Huge, meant to share |
Diet tips
French tacos is extremely caloric and absolutely to avoid while dieting. A small tacos (900 kcal) already represents almost half of daily needs. If you eat one, share it and skip the cheese sauce. Compensate with 24h of very light meals.
About French Tacos
French tacos was born in Lyon in the 2000s. Unlike Mexican tacos, it is a folded and grilled wheat wrap, stuffed with meat (chicken, nuggets, escalope…), fries, cheese sauce and baked in the oven. O’Tacos popularized the concept with over 300 restaurants in France.
Detailed Nutritional Values
French tacos is extremely caloric: carbohydrates (wrap + fries), fat (cheese sauce + breaded meat), protein (meat). A medium tacos can represent 60% of an adult’s daily caloric needs.
Tips for a Balanced Meal
If you eat French tacos:
- Absolutely share it
- Get the smallest size
- Ask for no fries and light sauce
- Don’t eat anything else that meal
- Compensate with 24h of very light meals
- Consider it an exceptional meal