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Creamy Cauliflower - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Creamy Cauliflower Recipe

Creamy Cauliflower has a average-calorie, low-carb, high-fat and low-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin C.

The food contains 4.6g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low in complex carbs and low 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 2.4 gms of protein, it is low in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Because of its high fat content, it could be unsuitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. 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".

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.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Creamy Cauliflower has been given a composite ranking of 43, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein6%
 Calories from Fat82%
 Calories from Carbs12%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Vitamin C

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Saturated Fat

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A420 IU8.4%
Vitamin C28.4 mg47.4%
Vitamin D4 IU1%
Vitamin E0.46 mg1.5%
Thiamin0.04 mg2.9%
Riboflavin0.09 mg5.5%
Niacin0.3 mg1.5%
Vitamin B60.08 mg4.2%
Folate40.4 mcg10.1%
Vitamin B120.11 mcg1.8%
Pantothenic Acid0.21 mg2.1%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium51 mg5.1%
Iron0.4 mg2.2%
Magnesium11.6 mg2.9%
Phosphorus49 mg4.9%
Potassium168.5 mg4.8%
Sodium128.6 mg5.4%
Zinc0.21 mg1.4%
Copper0.03 mg1.4%
Manganese0.14 mg6.8%
Selenium1.3 mcg1.9%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate4.6 g1.5%
Dietary Fiber2.4 g9.6%
Sugars0.9 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein2.4 g4.8%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat14.5 g22.3%
Saturated Fat7.8 g39%
Monounsaturated Fat3.2 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.5 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 152 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 14.5 g 22.3%

Saturated Fat 7.8 g 39%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 28.9 mg 9.6%

Sodium 128.6 mg 5.4%

Total Carbohydrates 4.6 g 1.5%

Dietary Fiber 2.4 g9.6%

Sugars 0.9 g

Protein 2.4 g 4.8%

Vitamin A 8.4% Vitamin C 47.4%

Calcium 5.1% Iron 2.2%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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