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Confetti Couscous 2 - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Confetti Couscous 2 Recipe

Confetti Couscous 2 has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and high-protein content.

The food contains 37.9g 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 12.3 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Moreover, the average fat content makes it suitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. It's low MUFA and low PUFA.

While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has an average 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.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Confetti Couscous 2 has been given a composite ranking of 54, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein18%
 Calories from Fat29%
 Calories from Carbs54%

Why this is good for you

  • High in Protein

Why this is bad for you

  • High in Saturated Fat

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietHIGH

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A0.7 IU0.01%Mid 40%Average
Retinol80.3 mcg
Vitamin C7 mg11.7%Top 30%High
Vitamin D4.2 IU1.1%Mid 40%Average
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin1.4 mg7%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate19 mcg4.8%Mid 40%Average
Folic Acid0 mcg
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.7 mg7%Top 30%High

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium78.2 mg7.8%Top 30%High
Iron0.7 mg3.9%Mid 40%Average
Magnesium25.4 mg6.3%Top 30%High
Phosphorus140.1 mg14%Top 30%High
Potassium204.2 mg5.8%Mid 40%Average
Sodium111.1 mg4.6%Mid 40%Average
Zinc0.7 mg4.7%Mid 40%Average
Copper0 mg
Manganese0 mg
Selenium0.7 mcg1%Bottom 30%Low

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate26.7 g8.9%Top 30%High
Dietary Fiber2.2 g8.7%Top 30%High
Sugars0.7 g
Glucose0.7 mg
Fructose0.7 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein8.7 g17.3%Top 30%High
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0 mg
Isoleucine0 mg
Leucine0 mg
Lysine0.7 mg
Methionine0 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0.7 mg
Tyrosine0 mg
Valine0.7 mg
Arginine0 mg
Histidine0 mg
Alanine0 mg
Aspartic Acid0.7 mg
Glutamic Acid2.1 mg
Glycine0 mg
Proline0.7 mg
Serine0.7 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat6.3 g9.6%Mid 40%Average
Saturated Fat4.2 g20.8%Mid 40%Average
Monounsaturated Fat1.4 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash1.4 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 282 Calories from Fat 80

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 8.9 g 13.7%

Saturated Fat 5.9 g 29.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 22.4 mg 7.5%

Sodium 157.7 mg 6.6%

Total Carbohydrates 37.9 g 12.6%

Dietary Fiber 3.1 g12.4%

Sugars 1 g

Protein 12.3 g 24.6%

Vitamin A 0% Vitamin C 16.7%

Calcium 11.1% Iron 5.6%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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