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Couscous Salad 5 - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Couscous Salad 5 Recipe

Couscous Salad 5 has a very high-calorie, very high-carb, high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin C.

The food contains 73g 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 14.1 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 average 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 an average density of Sodium, it is suitable 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.

Ideally consumed as a Side Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Couscous Salad 5 has been given a composite ranking of 58, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein11%
 Calories from Fat32%
 Calories from Carbs57%

Why this is good for you

  • High in Protein
  • Very high in Vitamin C

Why this is bad for you

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A0.65 IU0.01%Bottom 30%Low
Retinol14.8 mcg
Vitamin C14.2 mg23.7%Top 30%High
Vitamin D1.9 IU0.5%Mid 40%Average
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin1.9 mg9.7%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate30.3 mcg7.6%Mid 40%Average
Folic Acid0 mcg
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.65 mg6.5%Top 30%High

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium80 mg8%Top 30%High
Iron0.65 mg3.6%Mid 40%Average
Magnesium32.3 mg8.1%Top 30%High
Phosphorus142.6 mg14.3%Top 30%High
Potassium156.8 mg4.5%Mid 40%Average
Sodium169.7 mg7.1%Mid 40%Average
Zinc0.65 mg4.3%Mid 40%Average
Copper0 mg
Manganese0.65 mg32.3%Top 10%Very High
Selenium1.9 mcg2.8%Mid 40%Average

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate47.1 g15.7%Top 10%Very High
Dietary Fiber3.2 g12.6%Top 10%Very High
Sugars3.2 g
Glucose0 mg
Fructose0 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein9.1 g18.2%Top 30%High
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0 mg
Isoleucine0.6 mg
Leucine0.6 mg
Lysine0 mg
Methionine0 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0.6 mg
Tyrosine0 mg
Valine0.6 mg
Arginine0.6 mg
Histidine0 mg
Alanine0 mg
Aspartic Acid0.6 mg
Glutamic Acid3.2 mg
Glycine0 mg
Proline0.6 mg
Serine0.6 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat12 g18.5%Mid 40%Average
Saturated Fat2.5 g12.6%Mid 40%Average
Monounsaturated Fat6.5 g
Polyunsaturated Fat2.6 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash1.3 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 520 Calories from Fat 167

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 18.6 g 28.6%

Saturated Fat 3.9 g 19.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 16.6 mg 5.5%

Sodium 263.1 mg 11%

Total Carbohydrates 73 g 24.3%

Dietary Fiber 4.9 g19.6%

Sugars 5 g

Protein 14.1 g 28.2%

Vitamin A 0% Vitamin C 36.7%

Calcium 12.4% Iron 5.6%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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