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Bulgarian Moussaka - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Bulgarian Moussaka Recipe

Bulgarian Moussaka has a very high-calorie, very high-carb, average-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Vitamin B6, Vitamin C, Niacin and Folate.

The food contains 75.8g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is very high in complex carbs and average 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 21.9 gms of protein, it is high 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 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 gives a good yield of Iron at 5 gms/ serving, and should be included in an Iron rich diet. Iron is essential to help carry oxygen from the lungs to the muscles and other organs, and is especially helpful for pregnant women. It has a low density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet. It is also high in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat. It is also a high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

It belongs to Bulgarian cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 80, for Bulgarian Moussaka, and we advise that this food on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein18%
 Calories from Fat20%
 Calories from Carbs62%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • Very high in Vitamin B6
  • Very high in Niacin
  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • Very high in Dietary Fiber
  • High in Iron

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Cholesterol
  • High in Saturated Fat

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A111.2 IU2.2%Mid 40%Average
Retinol7.4 mcg
Vitamin C13.7 mg22.8%Top 30%High
Vitamin D3.8 IU0.9%Mid 40%Average
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin1.2 mg5.8%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin B60.16 mg8.2%Top 30%High
Folate14.6 mcg3.7%Mid 40%Average
Folic Acid0 mcg
Vitamin B120.16 mcg2.7%Mid 40%Average
Pantothenic Acid0.33 mg3.3%Mid 40%Average

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium16.3 mg1.6%Bottom 30%Low
Iron0.82 mg4.6%Mid 40%Average
Magnesium18.4 mg4.6%Mid 40%Average
Phosphorus64.6 mg6.5%Mid 40%Average
Potassium0.16 mg0%Bottom 30%Low
Sodium17.2 mg0.7%Bottom 30%Low
Zinc0.66 mg4.4%Mid 40%Average
Copper0.16 mg8.2%Top 10%Very High
Manganese0.16 mg8.2%Top 30%High
Selenium3.3 mcg4.7%Mid 40%Average

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate12.5 g4.2%Mid 40%Average
Dietary Fiber1.5 g6.1%Mid 40%Average
Sugars0.9 g
Glucose0.3 mg
Fructose0.3 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein3.6 g7.2%Mid 40%Average
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0.2 mg
Isoleucine0.2 mg
Leucine0.2 mg
Lysine0.2 mg
Methionine0 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0.2 mg
Tyrosine0.2 mg
Valine0.2 mg
Arginine0.2 mg
Histidine0.2 mg
Alanine0.2 mg
Aspartic Acid0.5 mg
Glutamic Acid0.7 mg
Glycine0.2 mg
Proline0 mg
Serine0.2 mg
Hydroxyproline0 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat1.8 g2.8%Bottom 30%Low
Saturated Fat0.67 g3.4%Bottom 30%Low
Monounsaturated Fat0.7 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.2 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0.5 g
Ash0.8 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 507 Calories from Fat 98

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 10.9 g 16.8%

Saturated Fat 4.1 g 20.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 129.1 mg 43%

Sodium 104.4 mg 4.4%

Total Carbohydrates 75.8 g 25.3%

Dietary Fiber 9.3 g37.2%

Sugars 5.6 g

Protein 21.9 g 43.8%

Vitamin A 13.5% Vitamin C 138.3%

Calcium 9.9% Iron 27.8%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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