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Blue Cheese Spinach Frittata - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Blue Cheese Spinach Frittata Recipe

Blue Cheese Spinach Frittata has a high-calorie, low-carb, high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Vitamin C, Riboflavin and Folate.

The food contains 7.8g 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 29.6 gms of protein, it is very high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

However, the high fat content makes it unsuitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. It's average MUFA and average PUFA.

It is also rich in Vitamin C, whose benefits include, but are not limited to protection against immune system deficiencies, cardiovascular disease, prenatal health problems, eye disease, and even skin wrinkling.

It has a high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable 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. It is also a high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Blue Cheese Spinach Frittata has been given a composite ranking of 23, and sparingly.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein31%
 Calories from Fat60%
 Calories from Carbs8%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • Very high in Riboflavin
  • Very high in Calcium
  • Very high in Folate

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Cholesterol
  • Very high in Saturated Fat
  • Very high in Sodium

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietAVERAGE
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A2.1 IU0%Mid 40%Average
Retinol92.4 mcg
Vitamin C8 mg13.3%Top 30%High
Vitamin D27.7 IU6.9%Top 10%Very High
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0.42 mg24.7%Top 10%Very High
Niacin0.42 mg2.1%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate65.5 mcg16.4%Top 30%High
Folic Acid0 mcg
Vitamin B120.42 mcg7%Top 30%High
Pantothenic Acid0.84 mg8.4%Top 10%Very High

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium279.4 mg27.9%Top 10%Very High
Iron1.3 mg7%Mid 40%Average
Magnesium33.2 mg8.3%Top 30%High
Phosphorus225.2 mg22.5%Top 10%Very High
Potassium246.2 mg7%Top 30%High
Sodium337.5 mg14.1%Top 30%High
Zinc1.7 mg11.2%Top 30%High
Copper0 mg
Manganese0.42 mg21%Top 30%High
Selenium13.9 mcg19.8%Top 30%High

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate3.3 g1.1%Bottom 30%Low
Dietary Fiber0.8 g3.2%Mid 40%Average
Sugars1 g
Glucose0.4 mg
Fructose0.4 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein12.4 g24.9%Top 30%High
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0.4 mg
Isoleucine0.4 mg
Leucine0.4 mg
Lysine1.3 mg
Methionine0.4 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0.8 mg
Tyrosine0.8 mg
Valine0.8 mg
Arginine0.8 mg
Histidine0.4 mg
Alanine0.4 mg
Aspartic Acid0.8 mg
Glutamic Acid2.5 mg
Glycine0.4 mg
Proline0.8 mg
Serine0.8 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat10.6 g16.4%Mid 40%Average
Saturated Fat5.2 g25.8%Top 30%High
Monounsaturated Fat2.9 g
Polyunsaturated Fat1.7 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash2.1 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 375 Calories from Fat 227

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 25.3 g 38.9%

Saturated Fat 12.3 g 61.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 301.2 mg 100.4%

Sodium 803.2 mg 33.5%

Total Carbohydrates 7.8 g 2.6%

Dietary Fiber 1.9 g7.6%

Sugars 2.4 g

Protein 29.6 g 59.2%

Vitamin A 0.1% Vitamin C 31.7%

Calcium 66.5% Iron 16.7%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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