How many calories are in a tortilla?

A medium flour tortilla has about 140 calories, while a large burrito-size tortilla has 224-300 calories. Small street taco tortillas have 50-70 calories each. Corn tortillas are lower at 50-60 calories per small tortilla.

Are tortillas good for weight loss?

Tortillas are moderate for weight loss at 224 cal/100g. They're lower in calories than bread per serving but easy to overeat. Choose small corn tortillas (50 cal each) or low-carb options (50-70 cal) for weight loss.

What nutrients are in tortillas?

Flour tortillas provide 7.9g protein, 29.4g carbs, 8.3g fat, and 1.5g fiber per 100g. They contain 511mg sodium (22% daily value), iron (1.8mg), and calcium (27mg). Watch the sodium if eating multiple tortillas.

Are tortillas keto-friendly?

Regular flour tortillas are not keto-friendly with 27.9g net carbs per 100g. One medium tortilla has about 42g net carbs. Try low-carb tortillas (3-6g net carbs each) or cheese or egg-based wraps instead.

Flour vs corn tortillas: which is healthier?

Corn tortillas are healthier with fewer calories (50 vs 140 per medium), less fat, and more fiber. They're also gluten-free. Flour tortillas have more protein but higher sodium and fat content.

How many tortillas can I eat per day?

For weight management, 1-2 small tortillas (100-140 cal) is reasonable per meal. The sodium adds up quickly—two medium flour tortillas have 1,000mg+ sodium (43% daily value). Balance with low-sodium fillings.

Are tortilla wraps healthier than bread?

It depends on size. A large wrap (300 cal) has more calories than two bread slices (160 cal). A small tortilla (100 cal) is comparable to one slice of bread. Check labels—many wraps are surprisingly high in calories.

What are the best low-calorie tortillas?

Corn tortillas are naturally low at 50-60 calories. Low-carb flour tortillas range 50-70 calories. Cauliflower tortillas have 40-60 calories. Avoid large flour or flavored tortillas which can exceed 300 calories.

Do tortillas have gluten?

Flour tortillas contain gluten from wheat flour. Corn tortillas are naturally gluten-free but may be cross-contaminated. For celiac-safe options, look for certified gluten-free corn tortillas or alternative wraps.

Why are tortillas high in sodium?

Tortillas have 511mg sodium per 100g from salt added for flavor and preservation. A single medium flour tortilla has about 350-500mg sodium. For lower sodium, choose corn tortillas or low-sodium varieties.