Chicken and Aspargus Recipe
Chicken and Aspargus has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Vitamin A, Vitamin B6, Vitamin C, Niacin and Folate.
The food contains 19.5g 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 sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 37.4 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.
Because of its average fat content, it could be suitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. It's low MUFA and low PUFA. In terms of Polyunsaturated Fat content it is ranked in the bottom 20% of all food items. It is also ranked in the bottom 20 percentile in terms of its Monounsaturated Fat content, which are considered among "good fats".
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 an average density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet. It is also average 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.
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 65, for Chicken and Aspargus, and we advise that this food in moderation.
Calorie Breakdown
| Calories from Protein | 46% | |
| Calories from Fat | 30% | |
| Calories from Carbs | 24% |
Why this is good for you
- Very high in Protein
- Very high in Vitamin B6
- Very high in Niacin
- Very high in Vitamin A
- Very high in Vitamin C
- High in Calcium
Why this is bad for you
- High in Cholesterol
- High in Saturated Fat
Vitamin Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 2855 IU | 57.1% | ||
| Vitamin C | 70.6 mg | 117.7% | ||
| Vitamin D | 0 IU | |||
| Vitamin E | 2.6 mg | 8.7% | ||
| Thiamin | 0.3 mg | 19.9% | ||
| Riboflavin | 0.29 mg | 16.8% | ||
| Niacin | 14.7 mg | 73.5% | ||
| Vitamin B6 | 1.1 mg | 52.5% | ||
| Folate | 165.2 mcg | 41.3% | ||
| Vitamin B12 | 0.43 mcg | 7.2% | ||
| Pantothenic Acid | 1.3 mg | 12.7% |
Mineral Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 252 mg | 25.2% | ||
| Iron | 2.5 mg | 13.9% | ||
| Magnesium | 68 mg | 17% | ||
| Phosphorus | 324 mg | 32.4% | ||
| Potassium | 862 mg | 24.6% | ||
| Sodium | 380.5 mg | 15.9% | ||
| Zinc | 1.7 mg | 11.1% | ||
| Copper | 0.32 mg | 15.8% | ||
| Manganese | 0.47 mg | 23.3% | ||
| Selenium | 23.4 mcg | 33.4% |
Carbohydrate Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrate | 19.5 g | 6.5% | ||
| Dietary Fiber | 4.7 g | 18.8% | ||
| Sugars | 0.6 g |
Protein Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Protein | 37.4 g | 74.8% |
Fat Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 10.8 g | 16.6% | ||
| Saturated Fat | 5.2 g | 26% | ||
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.4 g | |||
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.6 g |
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Nutrition Facts
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 329 Calories from Fat 0
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 10.8 g 16.6%
Saturated Fat 5.2 g 26%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 85.7 mg 28.6%
Sodium 380.5 mg 15.9%
Total Carbohydrates 19.5 g 6.5%
Dietary Fiber 4.7 g18.8%
Sugars 0.6 g
Protein 37.4 g 74.8%
Vitamin A 57.1% Vitamin C 117.7%
Calcium 25.2% Iron 13.9%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
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