Moroccan Grilled Pepper and Tomato Salad (Chakchuka) has a average-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Vitamin B6, Vitamin C, Niacin and Folate.
The food contains 31.8g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low in complex carbs and high 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. With 7.3 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 high fat content makes it unsuitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. It's high MUFA and average PUFA.
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 gives a good yield of Iron at 4 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. 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 belongs to Moroccan cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Side Dish.
Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 99, for Moroccan Grilled Pepper and Tomato Salad (Chakchuka), and we advise that this food on a regular basis.
Calories from Protein | 8% | |
Calories from Fat | 56% | |
Calories from Carbs | 36% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 1.6 IU | 0% | Mid 40% | Average |
Retinol | 0 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 42.4 mg | 70.7% | Top 10% | Very High |
Vitamin D | 0 IU | |||
Thiamin | 0 mg | |||
Riboflavin | 0 mg | |||
Niacin | 0.97 mg | 4.9% | Mid 40% | Average |
Vitamin B6 | 0.19 mg | 9.7% | Top 30% | High |
Folate | 28.8 mcg | 7.2% | Mid 40% | Average |
Folic Acid | 0 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 0 mcg | |||
Pantothenic Acid | 0.19 mg | 1.9% | Mid 40% | Average |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 23 mg | 2.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Iron | 0.78 mg | 4.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Magnesium | 18.3 mg | 4.6% | Mid 40% | Average |
Phosphorus | 36.8 mg | 3.7% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Potassium | 0.19 mg | 0.01% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Sodium | 10 mg | 0.4% | Bottom 10% | Very Low |
Zinc | 0.39 mg | 2.6% | Mid 40% | Average |
Copper | 0 mg | |||
Manganese | 0.19 mg | 9.7% | Top 30% | High |
Selenium | 0 mcg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 6.2 g | 2.1% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Dietary Fiber | 2 g | 8.1% | Top 30% | High |
Sugars | 3.7 g | |||
Glucose | 1.8 mg | |||
Fructose | 1.9 mg | |||
Lactose | 0 mg | |||
Maltose | 0 mg | |||
Galactose | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Protein | 1.4 g | 2.8% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Tryptophan | 0 mg | |||
Threonine | 0 mg | |||
Isoleucine | 0 mg | |||
Leucine | 0 mg | |||
Lysine | 0 mg | |||
Methionine | 0 mg | |||
Cystine | 0 mg | |||
Phenylalanine | 0 mg | |||
Tyrosine | 0 mg | |||
Valine | 0 mg | |||
Arginine | 0 mg | |||
Histidine | 0 mg | |||
Alanine | 0 mg | |||
Aspartic Acid | 0.2 mg | |||
Glutamic Acid | 0.6 mg | |||
Glycine | 0 mg | |||
Proline | 0 mg | |||
Serine | 0 mg | |||
Hydroxyproline | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 4.3 g | 6.6% | Mid 40% | Average |
Saturated Fat | 0.6 g | 3% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Monounsaturated Fat | 2.9 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.6 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Alcohol | 0 g | |||
Ash | 0.8 g | |||
Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
Theobromine | 0 mg |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 326 Calories from Fat 197
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 21.9 g 33.7%
Saturated Fat 3.1 g 15.5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 0 mg
Sodium 51.3 mg 2.1%
Total Carbohydrates 31.8 g 10.6%
Dietary Fiber 10.4 g41.6%
Sugars 19 g
Protein 7.3 g 14.6%
Vitamin A 0.2% Vitamin C 363.3%
Calcium 11.8% Iron 22.2%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 165
Protein 3 g | Carbs 22.5 g | Fat 8.3 g
Per Serving | Calories 156
Protein 0.91 g | Carbs 9.7 g | Fat 13.2 g
Per Serving | Calories 45
Protein 1.3 g | Carbs 6.1 g | Fat 2.2 g
Per Serving | Calories 71
Protein 4.4 g | Carbs 4.7 g | Fat 4.2 g
Per Serving | Calories 78
Protein 1.6 g | Carbs 9.6 g | Fat 4.2 g
Per Serving | Calories 79
Protein 0.8 g | Carbs 12.9 g | Fat 3.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 29
Protein 1 g | Carbs 5.4 g | Fat 0.46 g
Per Serving | Calories 83
Protein 8.3 g | Carbs 6.4 g | Fat 2.8 g