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Couscous with Carrots and Raisins - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Couscous with Carrots and Raisins Recipe

Couscous with Carrots and Raisins has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin A.

The food contains 46g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average 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. Its sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 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.

Because of its average fat content, it could be suitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. A quick glance at the fat profile reveals that it is average in saturated fats and low in trans fats.

It has an average density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet.

Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Couscous with Carrots and Raisins has been given a composite ranking of 74, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein10%
 Calories from Fat16%
 Calories from Carbs74%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Vitamin A
  • Very low in Cholesterol

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A4500 IU90%
Vitamin C2.4 mg4%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium40 mg4%
Iron0.72 mg4%
Potassium250 mg7.1%
Sodium240 mg10%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate46 g15.3%
Dietary Fiber4 g16%
Sugars9 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein6 g12%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat4.5 g6.9%
Saturated Fat1.5 g7.5%
Total Trans Fatty Acids0 g

Popular Questions Asked

Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 250 Calories from Fat 40

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 4.5 g 6.9%

Saturated Fat 1.5 g 7.5%

Trans Fat 0 g

Cholesterol 5 mg 1.7%

Sodium 240 mg 10%

Total Carbohydrates 46 g 15.3%

Dietary Fiber 4 g16%

Sugars 9 g

Protein 6 g 12%

Vitamin A 90% Vitamin C 4%

Calcium 4% Iron 4%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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