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Couscous with Zucchini and Cherry Tomatoes - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Couscous with Zucchini and Cherry Tomatoes Recipe

Couscous with Zucchini and Cherry Tomatoes has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin C.

The food contains 42g 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 10 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Moreover, the average fat content makes it suitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. A quick glance at the fat profile reveals that it is average in saturated fats and low in trans fats.

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 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 Zucchini and Cherry Tomatoes has been given a composite ranking of 75, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein17%
 Calories from Fat13%
 Calories from Carbs70%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • Very low in Cholesterol
  • Low in Saturated Fat
  • Very low in Sodium

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A750 IU15%
Vitamin C30 mg50%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium60 mg6%
Iron0.72 mg4%
Potassium620 mg17.7%
Sodium55 mg2.3%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate42 g14%
Dietary Fiber4 g16%
Sugars6 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein10 g20%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat3.5 g5.4%
Saturated Fat1 g5%
Total Trans Fatty Acids0 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 240 Calories from Fat 30

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 3.5 g 5.4%

Saturated Fat 1 g 5%

Trans Fat 0 g

Cholesterol 5 mg 1.7%

Sodium 55 mg 2.3%

Total Carbohydrates 42 g 14%

Dietary Fiber 4 g16%

Sugars 6 g

Protein 10 g 20%

Vitamin A 15% Vitamin C 50%

Calcium 6% Iron 4%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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