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Citrus and Cinnamon Couscous - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Citrus and Cinnamon Couscous Recipe

Citrus and Cinnamon Couscous has a high-calorie, very high-carb, average-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin C and Folate.

The food contains 77.3g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is 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 11.5 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

However, the average fat content makes it suitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. 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.

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

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 91, for Citrus and Cinnamon Couscous, and we advise that this food on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein11%
 Calories from Fat16%
 Calories from Carbs73%

Why this is good for you

  • High in Protein
  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • No Cholesterol
  • Low in Saturated Fat
  • High in Dietary Fiber
  • Very low in Sodium

Why this is bad for you

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A0.28 IU0.01%Bottom 30%Low
Retinol0 mcg
Vitamin C23.2 mg38.7%Top 10%Very High
Vitamin D0 IU
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin0.84 mg4.2%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate27.7 mcg6.9%Mid 40%Average
Folic Acid0 mcg
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.28 mg2.8%Mid 40%Average

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium29.1 mg2.9%Mid 40%Average
Iron0.84 mg4.7%Mid 40%Average
Magnesium17.6 mg4.4%Mid 40%Average
Phosphorus48.2 mg4.8%Bottom 30%Low
Potassium140.3 mg4%Mid 40%Average
Sodium6.5 mg0.3%Bottom 10%Very Low
Zinc0.28 mg1.9%Mid 40%Average
Copper0 mg
Manganese0.28 mg14%Top 30%High
Selenium0 mcg

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate21.7 g7.2%Mid 40%Average
Dietary Fiber2 g7.8%Top 30%High
Sugars3.7 g
Glucose0.3 mg
Fructose0.6 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein3.2 g6.4%Mid 40%Average
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0 mg
Isoleucine0 mg
Leucine0 mg
Lysine0 mg
Methionine0 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0.3 mg
Tyrosine0 mg
Valine0 mg
Arginine0.3 mg
Histidine0 mg
Alanine0 mg
Aspartic Acid0.3 mg
Glutamic Acid1.1 mg
Glycine0 mg
Proline0 mg
Serine0.3 mg
Hydroxyproline0 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat2.1 g3.2%Bottom 30%Low
Saturated Fat0.28 g1.4%Bottom 30%Low
Monounsaturated Fat1.4 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.3 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash0.6 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 421 Calories from Fat 68

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 7.5 g 11.5%

Saturated Fat 1 g 5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 23.1 mg 1%

Total Carbohydrates 77.3 g 25.8%

Dietary Fiber 7 g28%

Sugars 13.1 g

Protein 11.5 g 23%

Vitamin A 0% Vitamin C 138.3%

Calcium 10.4% Iron 16.7%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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