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Quinoa Pilaf 8 - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Quinoa Pilaf 8 Recipe

Quinoa Pilaf 8 has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin A, Vitamin C and Folate.

The food contains 29.1g 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 sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 6.1 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 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 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 Iranian cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 91, for Quinoa Pilaf 8, and we advise that this food on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein12%
 Calories from Fat29%
 Calories from Carbs58%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Vitamin A
  • High in Vitamin C
  • No Cholesterol
  • Low in Saturated Fat
  • High in Dietary Fiber
  • Low in Sodium

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A8600 IU172%
Vitamin C13.8 mg23%
Thiamin0.27 mg18%
Niacin3.6 mg18%
Vitamin B60.34 mg17%
Folate188 mcg47%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium60 mg6%
Iron3.6 mg20%
Magnesium104 mg26%
Potassium423 mg12.1%
Sodium77 mg3.2%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate29.1 g9.7%
Dietary Fiber5.1 g20.4%
Sugars4.8 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein6.1 g12.2%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat6.5 g10%
Saturated Fat0.9 g4.5%

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 195 Calories from Fat 58

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 6.5 g 10%

Saturated Fat 0.9 g 4.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 77 mg 3.2%

Total Carbohydrates 29.1 g 9.7%

Dietary Fiber 5.1 g20.4%

Sugars 4.8 g

Protein 6.1 g 12.2%

Vitamin A 172% Vitamin C 23%

Calcium 6% Iron 20%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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