Creamy Couscous Salad has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and high-protein content.
The food contains 42g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average 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. With 10.6 gms of protein, it is high 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. It's low MUFA and low PUFA.
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. It is also average in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat. It is also an average source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.
Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.
Based on the composite nutritive standing Creamy Couscous Salad has been given a composite ranking of 73, and in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 17% | |
Calories from Fat | 18% | |
Calories from Carbs | 66% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Vitamin A | 253.2 IU | 5.1% | Top 30% | High |
Retinol | 15.8 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 4.1 mg | 6.8% | Mid 40% | Average |
Vitamin D | 1.8 IU | 0.4% | Mid 40% | Average |
Thiamin | 0 mg | |||
Riboflavin | 0 mg | |||
Niacin | 0.58 mg | 2.9% | Mid 40% | Average |
Vitamin B6 | 0 mg | |||
Folate | 39.8 mcg | 9.9% | Top 30% | High |
Folic Acid | 0 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 0 mcg | |||
Pantothenic Acid | 0.58 mg | 5.8% | Top 30% | High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Calcium | 88.9 mg | 8.9% | Top 30% | High |
Iron | 1.2 mg | 6.5% | Mid 40% | Average |
Magnesium | 26.9 mg | 6.7% | Top 30% | High |
Phosphorus | 117.5 mg | 11.8% | Mid 40% | Average |
Potassium | 180.7 mg | 5.2% | Mid 40% | Average |
Sodium | 220 mg | 9.2% | Mid 40% | Average |
Zinc | 1.2 mg | 7.8% | Top 30% | High |
Copper | 0 mg | |||
Manganese | 0.58 mg | 29.2% | Top 30% | High |
Selenium | 2.9 mcg | 4.2% | Mid 40% | Average |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 24.6 g | 8.2% | Top 30% | High |
Dietary Fiber | 2.9 g | 11.7% | Top 30% | High |
Sugars | 1.7 g | |||
Glucose | 0 mg | |||
Fructose | 0 mg | |||
Lactose | 0 mg | |||
Maltose | 0 mg | |||
Galactose | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Protein | 6.2 g | 12.4% | Mid 40% | Average |
Tryptophan | 0 mg | |||
Threonine | 0 mg | |||
Isoleucine | 0 mg | |||
Leucine | 0 mg | |||
Lysine | 0.6 mg | |||
Methionine | 0 mg | |||
Cystine | 0 mg | |||
Phenylalanine | 0.6 mg | |||
Tyrosine | 0 mg | |||
Valine | 0.6 mg | |||
Arginine | 0.6 mg | |||
Histidine | 0 mg | |||
Alanine | 0 mg | |||
Aspartic Acid | 0.6 mg | |||
Glutamic Acid | 1.8 mg | |||
Glycine | 0 mg | |||
Proline | 0.6 mg | |||
Serine | 0.6 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Total Fat | 2.9 g | 4.5% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Saturated Fat | 1.6 g | 8.2% | Mid 40% | Average |
Monounsaturated Fat | 0.6 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.6 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Alcohol | 0 g | |||
Ash | 1.2 g | |||
Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
Theobromine | 0 mg |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 256 Calories from Fat 45
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 5 g 7.7%
Saturated Fat 2.8 g 14%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 16.4 mg 5.5%
Sodium 376.2 mg 15.7%
Total Carbohydrates 42 g 14%
Dietary Fiber 5 g20%
Sugars 2.9 g
Protein 10.6 g 21.2%
Vitamin A 8.7% Vitamin C 11.7%
Calcium 15.2% Iron 11.1%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 123
Protein 6.8 g | Carbs 9.9 g | Fat 6.8 g
Per Serving | Calories 273
Protein 5 g | Carbs 41.2 g | Fat 10.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 97
Protein 3.6 g | Carbs 16.7 g | Fat 2.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 92
Protein 3.5 g | Carbs 6.4 g | Fat 6.3 g
Per Serving | Calories 236
Protein 15.9 g | Carbs 7.9 g | Fat 15.6 g
Per Serving | Calories 18
Protein 0.21 g | Carbs 4.2 g | Fat 0 g
Per Serving | Calories 184
Protein 17.8 g | Carbs 3.2 g | Fat 10.8 g
Per Serving | Calories 242
Protein 16.2 g | Carbs 8.6 g | Fat 16.1 g