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Couscous Chicken Salad 2 - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Couscous Chicken Salad 2 Recipe

Couscous Chicken Salad 2 has a high-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Niacin.

The food contains 30.7g 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. With 16.7 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. It's average MUFA and low PUFA.

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. It is also average in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat. It is also an average source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Couscous Chicken Salad 2 has been given a composite ranking of 65, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein19%
 Calories from Fat46%
 Calories from Carbs35%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • High in Niacin

Why this is bad for you

  • High in Saturated Fat
  • High in Sodium

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A399 IU8%Top 30%High
Retinol20.9 mcg
Vitamin C4.1 mg6.8%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin D3.6 IU0.9%Mid 40%Average
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin2.6 mg12.8%Top 30%High
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate16.3 mcg4.1%Mid 40%Average
Folic Acid0 mcg
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.51 mg5.1%Top 30%High

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium66.3 mg6.6%Top 30%High
Iron0.51 mg2.8%Mid 40%Average
Magnesium18.9 mg4.7%Mid 40%Average
Phosphorus109.7 mg11%Mid 40%Average
Potassium157.7 mg4.5%Mid 40%Average
Sodium308.4 mg12.8%Mid 40%Average
Zinc1 mg6.8%Top 30%High
Copper0 mg
Manganese0 mg
Selenium4.6 mcg6.6%Mid 40%Average

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate15.7 g5.2%Mid 40%Average
Dietary Fiber1.3 g5.1%Mid 40%Average
Sugars1 g
Glucose0 mg
Fructose0 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein8.5 g17%Top 30%High
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0.5 mg
Isoleucine0.5 mg
Leucine0.5 mg
Lysine0.5 mg
Methionine0 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0.5 mg
Tyrosine0.5 mg
Valine0.5 mg
Arginine0.5 mg
Histidine0 mg
Alanine0.5 mg
Aspartic Acid0.5 mg
Glutamic Acid1.5 mg
Glycine0.5 mg
Proline0 mg
Serine0.5 mg
Hydroxyproline0 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat9 g13.9%Mid 40%Average
Saturated Fat2.9 g14.5%Mid 40%Average
Monounsaturated Fat4.6 g
Polyunsaturated Fat1 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash1.5 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 352 Calories from Fat 159

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 17.7 g 27.2%

Saturated Fat 5.7 g 28.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 48.5 mg 16.2%

Sodium 604.4 mg 25.2%

Total Carbohydrates 30.7 g 10.2%

Dietary Fiber 2.5 g10%

Sugars 1.9 g

Protein 16.7 g 33.4%

Vitamin A 15.6% Vitamin C 13.3%

Calcium 13% Iron 5.6%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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