Creamy green/puy lentils Recipe

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FAQ

Creamy green/puy lentils has a average-calorie, low-carb, average-fat and average-protein content.

The food contains 12.8g 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 4 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. It's low 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 has a low density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Creamy green/puy lentils has been given a composite ranking of 85, and on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

	Calories from Protein	15%
	Calories from Fat	38%
	Calories from Carbs	48%

Why this is good for you

Very low in Cholesterol
Very low in Sodium

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

Name	Amount	%DV
Vitamin A	35 IU	0.7%
Vitamin C	2.8 mg	4.6%
Vitamin D	0 IU
Vitamin E	0.52 mg	1.7%
Thiamin	0.07 mg	4.9%
Riboflavin	0.05 mg	2.9%
Niacin	0.42 mg	2.1%
Vitamin B6	0.11 mg	5.5%
Folate	62.8 mcg	15.7%
Vitamin B12	0.02 mcg	0.4%
Pantothenic Acid	0.27 mg	2.7%

Mineral Analysis

Name	Amount	%DV
Calcium	30 mg	3%
Iron	1.3 mg	7.1%
Magnesium	16 mg	4%
Phosphorus	81 mg	8.1%
Potassium	206.3 mg	5.9%
Sodium	8.8 mg	0.4%
Zinc	0.56 mg	3.7%
Copper	0.11 mg	5.3%
Manganese	0.24 mg	12%
Selenium	2.2 mcg	3.2%

Carbohydrate Analysis

Name	Amount	%DV
Total Carbohydrate	12.8 g	4.3%
Dietary Fiber	3 g	12%
Sugars	0 g

Protein Analysis

Name	Amount	%DV	Rank	Interpretation
Protein	4 g	8%

Fat Analysis

Name	Amount	%DV
Total Fat	4.5 g	6.9%
Saturated Fat	1.1 g	5.5%
Monounsaturated Fat	2.8 g
Polyunsaturated Fat	0.4 g


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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 105 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 4.5 g 6.9%

Saturated Fat 1.1 g 5.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 3.8 mg 1.3%

Sodium 8.8 mg 0.4%

Total Carbohydrates 12.8 g 4.3%

Dietary Fiber 3 g12%

Sugars 0 g

Protein 4 g 8%

Vitamin A 0.7% Vitamin C 4.6%

Calcium 3% Iron 7.1%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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