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Masala Lentils - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Masala Lentils Recipe

Masala Lentils has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin A, Vitamin C and Folate.

The food contains 25.4g 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 sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 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.

Because of its average fat content, it could be suitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. It's average 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 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 an average density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet. Besides other nutrients, it is average 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.

Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 92, for Masala Lentils, and we advise that this food on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein17%
 Calories from Fat28%
 Calories from Carbs55%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Vitamin A
  • High in Vitamin C
  • Very low in Cholesterol
  • Low in Saturated Fat
  • Very high in Dietary Fiber
  • Very high in Folate

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A8065 IU161.3%
Vitamin C14.8 mg24.7%
Vitamin D0 IU
Vitamin E0.8 mg2.7%
Thiamin0.13 mg8.9%
Riboflavin0.09 mg5.5%
Niacin1.7 mg8.3%
Vitamin B60.16 mg8%
Folate155.6 mcg38.9%
Vitamin B120.07 mcg1.2%
Pantothenic Acid0.48 mg4.8%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium54 mg5.4%
Iron3.3 mg18.3%
Magnesium36.8 mg9.2%
Phosphorus157 mg15.7%
Potassium396.6 mg11.3%
Sodium343.7 mg14.3%
Zinc1.1 mg7%
Copper0.23 mg11.6%
Manganese0.54 mg27%
Selenium2.9 mcg4.2%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate25.4 g8.5%
Dietary Fiber8.7 g34.8%
Sugars4.3 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein8 g16%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat5.7 g8.8%
Saturated Fat1 g5%
Monounsaturated Fat3.1 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.6 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 182 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 5.7 g 8.8%

Saturated Fat 1 g 5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 2.1 mg 0.7%

Sodium 343.7 mg 14.3%

Total Carbohydrates 25.4 g 8.5%

Dietary Fiber 8.7 g34.8%

Sugars 4.3 g

Protein 8 g 16%

Vitamin A 161.3% Vitamin C 24.7%

Calcium 5.4% Iron 18.3%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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