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Quinoa Mix - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Quinoa Mix Recipe

Quinoa Mix has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Vitamin A and Riboflavin.

The food contains 34.9g 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 low sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 6.7 gms of protein, it is average 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 low 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 gives a good yield of Iron at 4.12 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.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Quinoa Mix has been given a composite ranking of 86, and on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein12%
 Calories from Fat25%
 Calories from Carbs63%

Why this is good for you

  • High in Vitamin A
  • Very high in Riboflavin
  • No Cholesterol
  • Very low in Saturated Fat
  • High in Iron
  • Very low in Sodium

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A1335 IU26.7%
Vitamin C6.1 mg10.2%
Vitamin D0 IU
Vitamin E0.5 mg1.7%
Thiamin0.03 mg1.7%
Riboflavin1.5 mg86.8%
Niacin0.24 mg1.2%
Vitamin B60.04 mg2.2%
Folate20.4 mcg5.1%
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.06 mg0.6%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium24 mg2.4%
Iron4.1 mg22.9%
Magnesium7.6 mg1.9%
Phosphorus409 mg40.9%
Potassium119.6 mg3.4%
Sodium11.6 mg0.5%
Zinc0.15 mg1%
Copper0.03 mg1.7%
Manganese0.07 mg3.6%
Selenium0.21 mcg0.3%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate34.9 g11.6%
Dietary Fiber4.2 g16.8%
Sugars4 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein6.7 g13.4%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat6.3 g9.7%
Saturated Fat0.5 g2.5%
Monounsaturated Fat2.5 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.3 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 219 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 6.3 g 9.7%

Saturated Fat 0.5 g 2.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 11.6 mg 0.5%

Total Carbohydrates 34.9 g 11.6%

Dietary Fiber 4.2 g16.8%

Sugars 4 g

Protein 6.7 g 13.4%

Vitamin A 26.7% Vitamin C 10.2%

Calcium 2.4% Iron 22.9%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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