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Limoncello Tuna and Asparagus - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Limoncello Tuna and Asparagus Recipe

Limoncello Tuna and Asparagus has a high-calorie, low-carb, high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12, Vitamin C, Vitamin D, Niacin and Folate.

The food contains 8.5g 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 low sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 43.5 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.

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

It a good source of Vitamin B6 and Vitamin B12.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.

It has a low density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet. Besides other nutrients, it is high 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. Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 94, for Limoncello Tuna and Asparagus, and we advise that this food on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein37%
 Calories from Fat56%
 Calories from Carbs7%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • Very high in Vitamin B6
  • Very high in Niacin
  • High in Vitamin D
  • High in Vitamin C
  • Low in Sodium

Why this is bad for you

  • High in Cholesterol
  • High in Saturated Fat

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietAVERAGE
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A0.28 IU0.01%Bottom 30%Low
Retinol8.5 mcg
Vitamin C4.1 mg6.9%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin D32.5 IU8.1%Top 10%Very High
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin9.1 mg45.5%Top 10%Very High
Vitamin B60.55 mg27.5%Top 10%Very High
Folate61.2 mcg15.3%Top 30%High
Folic Acid0 mcg
Vitamin B121.1 mcg18.4%Top 10%Very High
Pantothenic Acid0.28 mg2.8%Mid 40%Average

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium12.9 mg1.3%Bottom 30%Low
Iron0.83 mg4.6%Mid 40%Average
Magnesium22.9 mg5.7%Mid 40%Average
Phosphorus154.3 mg15.4%Top 30%High
Potassium0.28 mg0.01%Bottom 30%Low
Sodium23.6 mg1%Bottom 30%Low
Zinc0.55 mg3.7%Mid 40%Average
Copper0 mg
Manganese0 mg
Selenium44.9 mcg64.1%Top 10%Very High

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate2.34 g0.8%Bottom 30%Low
Dietary Fiber0.8 g3.2%Mid 40%Average
Sugars0.5 g
Glucose0.3 mg
Fructose0.3 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein12 g24%Top 30%High
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0.6 mg
Isoleucine0.6 mg
Leucine0.6 mg
Lysine1.1 mg
Methionine0.3 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0.6 mg
Tyrosine0.3 mg
Valine0.6 mg
Arginine0.8 mg
Histidine0.3 mg
Alanine0.8 mg
Aspartic Acid1.4 mg
Glutamic Acid1.7 mg
Glycine0.6 mg
Proline0.6 mg
Serine0.6 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat8 g12.2%Mid 40%Average
Saturated Fat1.2 g5.8%Mid 40%Average
Monounsaturated Fat5.5 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.8 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash1.1 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 465 Calories from Fat 260

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 28.9 g 44.5%

Saturated Fat 4.2 g 21%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 76.5 mg 25.5%

Sodium 85.5 mg 3.6%

Total Carbohydrates 8.5 g 2.8%

Dietary Fiber 2.9 g11.6%

Sugars 1.9 g

Protein 43.5 g 87%

Vitamin A 0% Vitamin C 25%

Calcium 4.7% Iron 16.7%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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