Couscous Salad with Chickpeas Recipe
Couscous Salad with Chickpeas has a high-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and high-protein content.
With 11 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 high fat content makes it unsuitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. It's average 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".
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 Couscous Salad with Chickpeas has been given a composite ranking of 69, and in moderation.
Calorie Breakdown
| Calories from Protein | 12% | |
| Calories from Fat | 40% | |
| Calories from Carbs | 48% |
Why this is good for you
- Very high in Dietary Fiber
- High in Protein
Why this is bad for you
- High in Saturated Fat
- High in Sodium
Mineral Analysis
Carbohydrate Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrate | 43.6 g | 14.5% | ||
| Dietary Fiber | 7.7 g | 30.8% |
Protein Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Protein | 11 g | 22% |
Fat Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 16.2 g | 24.9% | ||
| Saturated Fat | 4.7 g | 23.5% | ||
| Monounsaturated Fat | 8.6 g | |||
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.6 g |
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Nutrition Facts
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 351 Calories from Fat 0
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 16.2 g 24.9%
Saturated Fat 4.7 g 23.5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 19 mg 6.3%
Sodium 655 mg 27.3%
Total Carbohydrates 43.6 g 14.5%
Dietary Fiber 7.7 g30.8%
Sugars
Protein 11 g 22%
Vitamin A Vitamin C
Calcium 15.4% Iron 14.4%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
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