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Cauliflower Rotini - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Cauliflower Rotini Recipe

Cauliflower Rotini has a average-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium.

The food contains 25g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average 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. Its low sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 12 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Not only that, the high fat content of this product makes it unsuitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. A quick glance at the fat profile reveals that it is high in saturated fats and low in trans fats.

While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has a very high density of Sodium, it is unsuitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Cauliflower Rotini has been given a composite ranking of 30, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein18%
 Calories from Fat46%
 Calories from Carbs36%

Why this is good for you

  • High in Protein
  • High in Calcium

Why this is bad for you

  • High in Saturated Fat
  • Very high in Sodium

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A200 IU4%
Vitamin C2.4 mg4%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium250 mg25%
Iron1.8 mg10%
Potassium95 mg2.7%
Sodium1280 mg53.3%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate25 g8.3%
Dietary Fiber1 g4%
Sugars0 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein12 g24%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat14 g21.5%
Saturated Fat4.5 g22.5%
Total Trans Fatty Acids0 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 270 Calories from Fat 120

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 14 g 21.5%

Saturated Fat 4.5 g 22.5%

Trans Fat 0 g

Cholesterol 45 mg 15%

Sodium 1280 mg 53.3%

Total Carbohydrates 25 g 8.3%

Dietary Fiber 1 g4%

Sugars 0 g

Protein 12 g 24%

Vitamin A 4% Vitamin C 4%

Calcium 25% Iron 10%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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