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Grilled Chicken Breasts and Asparagus With Orange Glaze - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Grilled Chicken Breasts and Asparagus With Orange Glaze Recipe

Grilled Chicken Breasts and Asparagus With Orange Glaze has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin B6, Vitamin C, Niacin and Folate.

The food contains 24g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low in complex carbs and high 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 32 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.

Moreover, the average fat content makes it suitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. It's low MUFA and average PUFA.

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. It is also average in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat. It is also a very high 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 Grilled Chicken Breasts and Asparagus With Orange Glaze has been given a composite ranking of 87, and on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein47%
 Calories from Fat18%
 Calories from Carbs35%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • Low in Saturated Fat
  • Low in Sodium

Why this is bad for you

  • High in Cholesterol

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A0.51 IU0.01%Bottom 30%Low
Retinol2.8 mcg
Vitamin C15.5 mg25.8%Top 30%High
Vitamin D1.5 IU0.4%Mid 40%Average
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin3.8 mg19%Top 30%High
Vitamin B60.25 mg12.7%Top 30%High
Folate72.8 mcg18.2%Top 10%Very High
Folic Acid0 mcg
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.51 mg5.1%Top 30%High

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium16.2 mg1.6%Bottom 30%Low
Iron0.51 mg2.8%Mid 40%Average
Magnesium17 mg4.3%Mid 40%Average
Phosphorus91.1 mg9.1%Mid 40%Average
Potassium0.25 mg0.01%Bottom 30%Low
Sodium26.5 mg1.1%Bottom 30%Low
Zinc0.51 mg3.4%Mid 40%Average
Copper0 mg
Manganese0 mg
Selenium12.2 mcg17.4%Top 30%High

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate6.1 g2%Bottom 30%Low
Dietary Fiber0.96 g3.9%Mid 40%Average
Starch0 g
Sugars4.2 g
Sucrose1.8 mg
Glucose0.3 mg
Fructose0.3 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein8.1 g16.2%Mid 40%Average
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0.3 mg
Isoleucine0.3 mg
Leucine0.3 mg
Lysine0.8 mg
Methionine0.3 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0.3 mg
Tyrosine0.3 mg
Valine0.5 mg
Arginine0.5 mg
Histidine0.3 mg
Alanine0.5 mg
Aspartic Acid0.8 mg
Glutamic Acid1 mg
Glycine0.3 mg
Proline0.3 mg
Serine0.3 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat1.4 g2.1%Bottom 30%Low
Saturated Fat0.23 g1.1%Bottom 30%Low
Monounsaturated Fat0.5 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.8 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Water84 g
Ash0.8 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 268 Calories from Fat 49

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 5.5 g 8.5%

Saturated Fat 0.9 g 4.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 68.4 mg 22.8%

Sodium 104.5 mg 4.4%

Total Carbohydrates 24 g 8%

Dietary Fiber 3.8 g15.2%

Sugars 16.7 g

Protein 32 g 64%

Vitamin A 0% Vitamin C 101.7%

Calcium 6.4% Iron 11.1%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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