Romaine ''Caesar'' Gratin has a high-calorie, low-carb, very high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Iron, Vitamin A and Vitamin C.
The food contains 13g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low 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 11 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 very high fat content of this product makes it unsuitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. A quick glance at the fat profile reveals that it is high 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.
It gives a good yield of Iron at 4.5 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 high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a low-sodium diet.
It belongs to French cuisine.
Based on the composite nutritive standing Romaine ''Caesar'' Gratin has been given a composite ranking of 62, and in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 11% | |
Calories from Fat | 76% | |
Calories from Carbs | 13% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 250 mg | 25% | ||
Iron | 4.5 mg | 25% | ||
Potassium | 830 mg | 23.7% | ||
Sodium | 1190 mg | 49.6% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 13 g | 4.3% | ||
Dietary Fiber | 7 g | 28% | ||
Sugars | 4 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 11 g | 22% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 34 g | 52.3% | ||
Saturated Fat | 7 g | 35% | ||
Total Trans Fatty Acids | 0 g |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 390 Calories from Fat 300
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 34 g 52.3%
Saturated Fat 7 g 35%
Trans Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 120 mg 40%
Sodium 1190 mg 49.6%
Total Carbohydrates 13 g 4.3%
Dietary Fiber 7 g28%
Sugars 4 g
Protein 11 g 22%
Vitamin A 520% Vitamin C 130%
Calcium 25% Iron 25%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 60
Protein 2 g | Carbs 3 g | Fat 4.5 g
Per Serving | Calories 290
Protein 3 g | Carbs 43 g | Fat 12 g
Per Serving | Calories 130
Protein 0 g | Carbs 34 g | Fat 0 g
Per Serving | Calories 520
Protein 17 g | Carbs 97 g | Fat 7 g
Per Serving | Calories 130
Protein 4 g | Carbs 7 g | Fat 10 g
Per Serving | Calories 520
Protein 8 g | Carbs 21 g | Fat 44 g
Per Serving | Calories 520
Protein 17 g | Carbs 97 g | Fat 7 g
Per Serving | Calories 100
Protein 0 g | Carbs 1 g | Fat 9 g