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Herbed Couscous - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Herbed Couscous Recipe

Herbed Couscous has a high-calorie, high-carb, average-fat and high-protein content.

The food contains 70g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is high 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 low sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 12 gms of protein, it is high 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. A quick glance at the fat profile reveals that it is average in saturated fats and low in trans fats.

It has a high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a low-sodium diet.

Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Herbed Couscous has been given a composite ranking of 59, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein13%
 Calories from Fat10%
 Calories from Carbs77%

Why this is good for you

  • High in Protein
  • Low in Cholesterol
  • High in Dietary Fiber

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Sodium

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A200 IU4%
Vitamin C3.6 mg6%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium60 mg6%
Iron1.8 mg10%
Potassium230 mg6.6%
Sodium1010 mg42.1%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate70 g23.3%
Dietary Fiber6 g24%
Sugars1 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein12 g24%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat4 g6.2%
Saturated Fat2 g10%
Total Trans Fatty Acids0 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 370 Calories from Fat 35

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 4 g 6.2%

Saturated Fat 2 g 10%

Trans Fat 0 g

Cholesterol 10 mg 3.3%

Sodium 1010 mg 42.1%

Total Carbohydrates 70 g 23.3%

Dietary Fiber 6 g24%

Sugars 1 g

Protein 12 g 24%

Vitamin A 4% Vitamin C 6%

Calcium 6% Iron 10%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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