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Lemony Orzo - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Lemony Orzo Recipe

Lemony Orzo has a low-calorie, low-carb, average-fat and low-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin C.

The food contains 5g 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.

However, the average fat content makes it suitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan.

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 high density of Sodium, it is unsuitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Lemony Orzo has been given a composite ranking of 74, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein0%
 Calories from Fat61%
 Calories from Carbs39%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • No Cholesterol
  • No Saturated Fat

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Sodium

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A100 IU2%
Vitamin C21 mg35%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium40 mg4%
Iron1.1 mg6%
Potassium90 mg2.6%
Sodium970 mg40.4%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate5 g1.7%
Dietary Fiber2 g8%
Sugars0 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein0 g

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat3.5 g5.4%
Saturated Fat0 g

Popular Questions Asked

Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 45 Calories from Fat 30

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 3.5 g 5.4%

Saturated Fat 0 g

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 970 mg 40.4%

Total Carbohydrates 5 g 1.7%

Dietary Fiber 2 g8%

Sugars 0 g

Protein 0 g

Vitamin A 2% Vitamin C 35%

Calcium 4% Iron 6%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Source: http://www.marthastewart.com/recipe/best-and-favorite-lemony-orzo Embed Table:

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