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Rainbows and Butterflies Pasta Salad - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Rainbows and Butterflies Pasta Salad Recipe

Rainbows and Butterflies Pasta Salad has a high-calorie, high-carb, high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Vitamin A and Vitamin C.

The food contains 51g 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 21 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Moreover, the high fat content makes it unsuitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. A quick glance at the fat profile reveals that it is average in saturated fats and low in trans fats.

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.

While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has a very high density of Sodium, it is unsuitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet.

It belongs to Italian cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Side Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Rainbows and Butterflies Pasta Salad has been given a composite ranking of 64, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein20%
 Calories from Fat32%
 Calories from Carbs48%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • High in Vitamin A
  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • Low in Cholesterol
  • Very high in Calcium

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Sodium

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A1500 IU30%
Vitamin C36 mg60%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium350 mg35%
Iron2.7 mg15%
Potassium410 mg11.7%
Sodium1550 mg64.6%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate51 g17%
Dietary Fiber4 g16%
Sugars6 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein21 g42%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat15 g23.1%
Saturated Fat3 g15%
Total Trans Fatty Acids0 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 420 Calories from Fat 140

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 15 g 23.1%

Saturated Fat 3 g 15%

Trans Fat 0 g

Cholesterol 10 mg 3.3%

Sodium 1550 mg 64.6%

Total Carbohydrates 51 g 17%

Dietary Fiber 4 g16%

Sugars 6 g

Protein 21 g 42%

Vitamin A 30% Vitamin C 60%

Calcium 35% Iron 15%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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