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

Couscous with Raisins has a average-calorie, high-carb, average-fat and average-protein content.

The food contains 52g 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 average sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 8 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.

While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has a low density of Sodium, it is suitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet.

Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Couscous with Raisins has been given a composite ranking of 65, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein11%
 Calories from Fat14%
 Calories from Carbs74%

Why this is good for you

  • Low in Cholesterol
  • Very low in Sodium

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A100 IU2%
Vitamin C0 mg

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium20 mg2%
Iron0.72 mg4%
Potassium170 mg4.9%
Sodium10 mg0.4%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate52 g17.3%
Dietary Fiber3 g12%
Sugars6 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein8 g16%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat4.5 g6.9%
Saturated Fat2.5 g12.5%

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 280 Calories from Fat 40

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 4.5 g 6.9%

Saturated Fat 2.5 g 12.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 10 mg 3.3%

Sodium 10 mg 0.4%

Total Carbohydrates 52 g 17.3%

Dietary Fiber 3 g12%

Sugars 6 g

Protein 8 g 16%

Vitamin A 2% Vitamin C

Calcium 2% Iron 4%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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