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Cold Cous Salad - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Cold Cous Cous Salad Recipe

Cold Cous Cous Salad has a average-calorie, high-carb, low-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin A and Vitamin C.

The food contains 50.3g 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 9.6 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Not only that, the low fat content of this product makes it suitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. 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.

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

Ideally consumed as a Side Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Cold Cous Cous Salad has been given a composite ranking of 80, and on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein15%
 Calories from Fat5%
 Calories from Carbs79%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Vitamin A
  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • Very low in Cholesterol
  • Very low in Saturated Fat
  • High in Dietary Fiber

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Sodium

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A4870 IU97.4%
Vitamin C145.9 mg243.1%
Vitamin D0 IU
Vitamin E0.56 mg1.9%
Thiamin0.06 mg4.3%
Riboflavin0.04 mg2.3%
Niacin0.52 mg2.6%
Vitamin B60.21 mg10.5%
Folate26.8 mcg6.7%
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.16 mg1.6%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium52 mg5.2%
Iron1.7 mg9.6%
Magnesium14.4 mg3.6%
Phosphorus94 mg9.4%
Potassium261.3 mg7.5%
Sodium943.2 mg39.3%
Zinc0.21 mg1.4%
Copper0.07 mg3.5%
Manganese0.14 mg6.8%
Selenium0.28 mcg0.4%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate50.3 g16.8%
Dietary Fiber5.3 g21.2%
Sugars4.3 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein9.6 g19.2%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat1.5 g2.3%
Saturated Fat0.2 g1%
Monounsaturated Fat0 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.1 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 269 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 1.5 g 2.3%

Saturated Fat 0.2 g 1%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 1 mg 0.3%

Sodium 943.2 mg 39.3%

Total Carbohydrates 50.3 g 16.8%

Dietary Fiber 5.3 g21.2%

Sugars 4.3 g

Protein 9.6 g 19.2%

Vitamin A 97.4% Vitamin C 243.1%

Calcium 5.2% Iron 9.6%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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