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Mexican Cucumber Salad - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Mexican Cucumber Salad Recipe

Mexican Cucumber Salad has a low-calorie, average-carb, low-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin A and Vitamin C.

The food contains 17g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low in complex carbs and average 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 2.6 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

However, the low 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 an average density of Sodium, it is suitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet. It is also average in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat.

It belongs to Mexican cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Side Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Mexican Cucumber Salad has been given a composite ranking of 85, and on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein12%
 Calories from Fat10%
 Calories from Carbs78%

Why this is good for you

  • High in Vitamin A
  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • No Cholesterol
  • Very low in Saturated Fat

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A1500 IU30%
Vitamin C49.8 mg83%
Thiamin0.12 mg8%
Niacin2.4 mg12%
Vitamin B60.24 mg12%
Folate80 mcg20%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium50 mg5%
Iron3.2 mg18%
Magnesium40 mg10%
Potassium377 mg10.8%
Sodium387 mg16.1%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate17 g5.7%
Dietary Fiber2.9 g11.6%
Sugars5.9 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein2.6 g5.2%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat1 g1.5%
Saturated Fat0.2 g1%

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 75 Calories from Fat 9

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 1 g 1.5%

Saturated Fat 0.2 g 1%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 387 mg 16.1%

Total Carbohydrates 17 g 5.7%

Dietary Fiber 2.9 g11.6%

Sugars 5.9 g

Protein 2.6 g 5.2%

Vitamin A 30% Vitamin C 83%

Calcium 5% Iron 18%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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