Creamy Edamame Pesto Recipe
Creamy Edamame Pesto has a high-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium.
The food contains 46.7g 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. Its sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 27.7 gms of protein, it is very high 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".
While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has a high density of Sodium, it is unsuitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet. Besides other nutrients, it is average in Magnesium, which is an essential micronutrient needed to keep muscle and nerve functioning normal and heart beat rhythmic. It also helps to support a healthy immune system, and keeps bones strong. It is also a very high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.
It belongs to Italian cuisine.
Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 69, for Creamy Edamame Pesto, and we advise that this food in moderation.
Calorie Breakdown
| Calories from Protein | 23% | |
| Calories from Fat | 39% | |
| Calories from Carbs | 39% |
Why this is good for you
- Very high in Protein
- High in Dietary Fiber
- Very high in Calcium
Why this is bad for you
- High in Saturated Fat
- High in Sodium
Vitamin Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 695 IU | 13.9% | ||
| Vitamin C | 0.48 mg | 0.8% | ||
| Vitamin D | 8 IU | 2% | ||
| Vitamin E | 0.3 mg | 1% | ||
| Thiamin | 0.16 mg | 10.9% | ||
| Riboflavin | 0.16 mg | 9.4% | ||
| Niacin | 1.1 mg | 5.5% | ||
| Vitamin B6 | 0.14 mg | 7% | ||
| Folate | 10.4 mcg | 2.6% | ||
| Vitamin B12 | 0.34 mcg | 5.7% | ||
| Pantothenic Acid | 0.72 mg | 7.2% |
Mineral Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 551 mg | 55.1% | ||
| Iron | 2.5 mg | 14.1% | ||
| Magnesium | 56.8 mg | 14.2% | ||
| Phosphorus | 323 mg | 32.3% | ||
| Potassium | 100.5 mg | 2.9% | ||
| Sodium | 708.5 mg | 29.5% | ||
| Zinc | 1.9 mg | 12.9% | ||
| Copper | 0.25 mg | 12.6% | ||
| Manganese | 2 mg | 98.9% | ||
| Selenium | 42.6 mcg | 60.9% |
Carbohydrate Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrate | 46.7 g | 15.6% | ||
| Dietary Fiber | 6.9 g | 27.6% | ||
| Sugars | 2.2 g |
Protein Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Protein | 27.7 g | 55.4% |
Fat Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 20.8 g | 32% | ||
| Saturated Fat | 5.8 g | 29% | ||
| Monounsaturated Fat | 7.2 g | |||
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.5 g |
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Nutrition Facts
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 476 Calories from Fat 0
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 20.8 g 32%
Saturated Fat 5.8 g 29%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 49.3 mg 16.4%
Sodium 708.5 mg 29.5%
Total Carbohydrates 46.7 g 15.6%
Dietary Fiber 6.9 g27.6%
Sugars 2.2 g
Protein 27.7 g 55.4%
Vitamin A 13.9% Vitamin C 0.8%
Calcium 55.1% Iron 14.1%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
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