Balsamic Cucumbers With Basil Recipe

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FAQ

Balsamic Cucumbers With Basil has a low-calorie, low-carb, average-fat and low-protein content.

The food contains 5.6g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low in complex carbs and low in Simple carbs. Carbs are our primary source of energy but its source should be chosen with utmost care. Complex carbs are a more desirable addition to your diet, where as simple carbs should be consumed in moderation as it is very easily broken down, assimilated and absorbed in the body. With 1 gms of protein, it is low in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Because of its average fat content, it could be suitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. It's average MUFA and low PUFA.

It has a low density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet. Besides other nutrients, it is average in Magnesium, which is an essential micronutrient needed to keep muscle and nerve functioning normal and heart beat rhythmic. It also helps to support a healthy immune system, and keeps bones strong.

Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 98, for Balsamic Cucumbers With Basil, and we advise that this food on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

	Calories from Protein	5%
	Calories from Fat	70%
	Calories from Carbs	25%

Why this is good for you

No Cholesterol
Low in Saturated Fat
Very low in Sodium

Why this is bad for you

Diet Suitability

Diet	Suitability
Atkins Diet	LOW
Low Fat Diet	LOW
Zone Diet	LOW

Vitamin Analysis

Name	Amount	%DV	Rank	Interpretation
Vitamin A	157.9 IU	3.2%	Mid 40%	Average
Retinol	0 mcg
Vitamin C	3.8 mg	6.3%	Mid 40%	Average
Vitamin D	0 IU
Thiamin	0 mg
Riboflavin	0 mg
Niacin	0 mg
Vitamin B6	0 mg
Folate	8.3 mcg	2.1%	Bottom 30%	Low
Folic Acid	0 mcg
Vitamin B12	0 mcg
Pantothenic Acid	0 mg

Mineral Analysis

Name	Amount	%DV	Rank	Interpretation
Calcium	21.8 mg	2.2%	Mid 40%	Average
Iron	0.75 mg	4.2%	Mid 40%	Average
Magnesium	15.8 mg	3.9%	Mid 40%	Average
Phosphorus	29.3 mg	2.9%	Bottom 30%	Low
Potassium	176.7 mg	5%	Mid 40%	Average
Sodium	2.4 mg	0.1%	Bottom 10%	Very Low
Zinc	0 mg
Copper	0 mg
Manganese	0 mg
Selenium	0.75 mcg	1.1%	Bottom 30%	Low

Carbohydrate Analysis

Name	Amount	%DV	Rank	Interpretation
Total Carbohydrate	4.2 g	1.4%	Bottom 30%	Low
Dietary Fiber	0.6 g	2.4%	Mid 40%	Average
Sugars	1.9 g
Glucose	1.5 mg
Fructose	1.5 mg
Lactose	0 mg
Maltose	0 mg
Galactose	0 mg

Protein Analysis

Name	Amount	%DV	Rank	Interpretation
Protein	0.75 g	1.5%	Bottom 30%	Low
Tryptophan	0 mg
Threonine	0 mg
Isoleucine	0 mg
Leucine	0 mg
Lysine	0 mg
Methionine	0 mg
Cystine	0 mg
Phenylalanine	0 mg
Tyrosine	0 mg
Valine	0 mg
Arginine	0 mg
Histidine	0 mg
Alanine	0 mg
Aspartic Acid	0 mg
Glutamic Acid	0 mg
Glycine	0 mg
Proline	0 mg
Serine	0 mg

Fat Analysis

Name	Amount	%DV	Rank	Interpretation
Total Fat	5.2 g	8%	Mid 40%	Average
Saturated Fat	0.68 g	3.4%	Bottom 30%	Low
Monounsaturated Fat	3.8 g
Polyunsaturated Fat	0.8 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

Name	Amount	%DV	Rank	Interpretation
Alcohol	0 g
Ash	0.8 g
Caffeine	0 mg
Theobromine	0 mg


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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 83 Calories from Fat 62

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 6.9 g 10.6%

Saturated Fat 0.9 g 4.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 3.2 mg 0.1%

Total Carbohydrates 5.6 g 1.9%

Dietary Fiber 0.8 g3.2%

Sugars 2.5 g

Protein 1 g 2%

Vitamin A 4.2% Vitamin C 8.3%

Calcium 2.9% Iron 5.6%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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