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penne pasta with spinach - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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penne pasta with spinach Recipe

penne pasta with spinach has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium and Vitamin A.

The food contains 31.8g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average 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 average sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 12.3 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 average fat content of this product makes it suitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. 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 has an average density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet. It is also average 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 Italian cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing penne pasta with spinach has been given a composite ranking of 65, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein17%
 Calories from Fat37%
 Calories from Carbs45%

Why this is good for you

  • High in Protein
  • Very high in Vitamin A
  • Very high in Calcium

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Saturated Fat

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A4750 IU95%
Vitamin C6.7 mg11.1%
Vitamin D52.8 IU13.2%
Vitamin E0.26 mg0.87%
Thiamin0.07 mg4.8%
Riboflavin0.32 mg18.8%
Niacin0.52 mg2.6%
Vitamin B60.13 mg6.5%
Folate68 mcg17%
Vitamin B120.58 mcg9.6%
Pantothenic Acid0.52 mg5.2%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium319 mg31.9%
Iron1.1 mg6.1%
Magnesium55.6 mg13.9%
Phosphorus206 mg20.6%
Potassium338.5 mg9.7%
Sodium236.6 mg9.9%
Zinc1.2 mg7.7%
Copper0.11 mg5.5%
Manganese0.6 mg30.1%
Selenium10.9 mcg15.6%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate31.8 g10.6%
Dietary Fiber2 g8%
Sugars5.3 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein12.3 g24.6%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat11.7 g18%
Saturated Fat7 g35%
Monounsaturated Fat3.2 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.5 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 284 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 11.7 g 18%

Saturated Fat 7 g 35%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 32.4 mg 10.8%

Sodium 236.6 mg 9.9%

Total Carbohydrates 31.8 g 10.6%

Dietary Fiber 2 g8%

Sugars 5.3 g

Protein 12.3 g 24.6%

Vitamin A 95% Vitamin C 11.1%

Calcium 31.9% Iron 6.1%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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