Mardi Gras Red Beans and Rice has a average-calorie, average-carb, low-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Thiamin and Folate.
The food contains 32.8g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average 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 9.8 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
Not only that, the low fat content of this product makes it suitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. 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 gives a good yield of Iron at 3.89 gms/ serving, and should be included in an Iron rich diet. Iron is essential to help carry oxygen from the lungs to the muscles and other organs, and is especially helpful for pregnant women. While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has an average density of Sodium, it is suitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet. It is also high in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat. It is also an average source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.
It belongs to French 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 89, for Mardi Gras Red Beans and Rice, and we advise that this food on a regular basis.
Calories from Protein | 21% | |
Calories from Fat | 9% | |
Calories from Carbs | 70% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 465 IU | 9.3% | ||
Vitamin C | 8.8 mg | 14.6% | ||
Vitamin D | 3.2 IU | 0.8% | ||
Vitamin E | 0.36 mg | 1.2% | ||
Thiamin | 0.32 mg | 21% | ||
Riboflavin | 0.24 mg | 14% | ||
Niacin | 2.2 mg | 11.2% | ||
Vitamin B6 | 0.28 mg | 13.9% | ||
Folate | 140.8 mcg | 35.2% | ||
Vitamin B12 | 0.44 mcg | 7.3% | ||
Pantothenic Acid | 0.44 mg | 4.4% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 74 mg | 7.4% | ||
Iron | 3.9 mg | 21.6% | ||
Magnesium | 81.2 mg | 20.3% | ||
Phosphorus | 198 mg | 19.8% | ||
Potassium | 483.8 mg | 13.8% | ||
Sodium | 304.3 mg | 12.7% | ||
Zinc | 2.1 mg | 14% | ||
Copper | 0.32 mg | 15.8% | ||
Manganese | 0.97 mg | 48.7% | ||
Selenium | 5.3 mcg | 7.6% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 32.8 g | 10.9% | ||
Dietary Fiber | 12.7 g | 50.8% | ||
Sugars | 0.2 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 9.8 g | 19.6% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 1.8 g | 2.8% | ||
Saturated Fat | 0.4 g | 2% | ||
Monounsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.6 g |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 168 Calories from Fat 0
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 1.8 g 2.8%
Saturated Fat 0.4 g 2%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 26.6 mg 8.9%
Sodium 304.3 mg 12.7%
Total Carbohydrates 32.8 g 10.9%
Dietary Fiber 12.7 g50.8%
Sugars 0.2 g
Protein 9.8 g 19.6%
Vitamin A 9.3% Vitamin C 14.6%
Calcium 7.4% Iron 21.6%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 521
Protein 27.7 g | Carbs 68.5 g | Fat 16.2 g
Per Serving | Calories 989
Protein 34.2 g | Carbs 131.1 g | Fat 35.2 g
Per Serving | Calories 360
Protein 25.4 g | Carbs 45.3 g | Fat 8.8 g
Per Serving | Calories 432
Protein 17 g | Carbs 49.7 g | Fat 18.6 g
Per Serving | Calories 355
Protein 38.9 g | Carbs 21.3 g | Fat 12.4 g
Per Serving | Calories 234
Protein 33.5 g | Carbs 12.9 g | Fat 5.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 182
Protein 17 g | Carbs 4.3 g | Fat 11 g
Per Serving | Calories 388
Protein 28.9 g | Carbs 45 g | Fat 9.1 g