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Not so Spontaneous Couscous - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Not so Spontaneous Couscous Recipe

Not so Spontaneous Couscous has a very high-calorie, very high-carb, high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin B6, Vitamin C and Folate.

The food contains 83.9g 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 13.7 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Not only that, the high fat content of this product makes it unsuitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. It's average 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 has an average density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet. It is also high in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat.

Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Not so Spontaneous Couscous has been given a composite ranking of 94, and on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein10%
 Calories from Fat29%
 Calories from Carbs61%

Why this is good for you

  • High in Protein
  • No Cholesterol
  • Very high in Dietary Fiber

Why this is bad for you

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A1.5 IU0%Mid 40%Average
Retinol0 mcg
Vitamin C16.4 mg27.4%Top 30%High
Vitamin D0 IU
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin0.75 mg3.7%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin B60.25 mg12.4%Top 30%High
Folate28.6 mcg7.2%Mid 40%Average
Folic Acid0 mcg
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.25 mg2.5%Mid 40%Average

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium33.1 mg3.3%Mid 40%Average
Iron0.75 mg4.1%Mid 40%Average
Magnesium29.6 mg7.4%Top 30%High
Phosphorus71.9 mg7.2%Mid 40%Average
Potassium0.25 mg0.01%Bottom 30%Low
Sodium71.7 mg3%Bottom 30%Low
Zinc0.5 mg3.3%Mid 40%Average
Copper0.25 mg12.4%Top 10%Very High
Manganese0.25 mg12.4%Top 30%High
Selenium0.75 mcg1.1%Bottom 30%Low

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate20.9 g7%Mid 40%Average
Dietary Fiber2.8 g11%Top 30%High
Starch1 g
Sugars7.2 g
Sucrose1 mg
Glucose3 mg
Fructose3.2 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein3.4 g6.8%Mid 40%Average
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0 mg
Isoleucine0 mg
Leucine0 mg
Lysine0.2 mg
Methionine0 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0.2 mg
Tyrosine0 mg
Valine0.2 mg
Arginine0.2 mg
Histidine0 mg
Alanine0.2 mg
Aspartic Acid0.2 mg
Glutamic Acid0.7 mg
Glycine0.2 mg
Proline0.2 mg
Serine0.2 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat4.4 g6.7%Mid 40%Average
Saturated Fat0.45 g2.2%Bottom 30%Low
Monounsaturated Fat2.7 g
Polyunsaturated Fat1 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Water71.4 g
Ash1 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 517 Calories from Fat 159

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 17.6 g 27.1%

Saturated Fat 1.8 g 9%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 288.4 mg 12%

Total Carbohydrates 83.9 g 28%

Dietary Fiber 11.1 g44.4%

Sugars 29.1 g

Protein 13.7 g 27.4%

Vitamin A 0.1% Vitamin C 110%

Calcium 13.3% Iron 16.7%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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