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Saffron Scallion Couscous - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Saffron Scallion Couscous Recipe

Saffron Scallion Couscous has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and average-protein content.

The food contains 35.4g 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 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Moreover, the average fat content makes it suitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. It's average MUFA and low PUFA.

It has a low 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.

Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Saffron Scallion Couscous has been given a composite ranking of 75, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein10%
 Calories from Fat28%
 Calories from Carbs62%

Why this is good for you

  • No Cholesterol
  • Low in Saturated Fat
  • Very low in Sodium

Why this is bad for you

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A344.7 IU6.9%Top 30%High
Retinol0 mcg
Vitamin C6.6 mg11%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin D0 IU
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin2.6 mg13.2%Top 30%High
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate34.2 mcg8.6%Top 30%High
Folic Acid0 mcg
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid1.3 mg13.2%Top 10%Very High

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium38.2 mg3.8%Mid 40%Average
Iron1.3 mg7.3%Top 30%High
Magnesium32.9 mg8.2%Top 30%High
Phosphorus109.2 mg10.9%Mid 40%Average
Potassium192.1 mg5.5%Mid 40%Average
Sodium11.4 mg0.5%Bottom 30%Low
Zinc0 mg
Copper0 mg
Manganese0 mg
Selenium0 mcg

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate46.6 g15.5%Top 10%Very High
Dietary Fiber3.7 g14.7%Top 10%Very High
Sugars0.8 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein7.9 g15.8%Mid 40%Average
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0 mg
Isoleucine0 mg
Leucine0 mg
Lysine0 mg
Methionine0 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0 mg
Tyrosine0 mg
Valine0 mg
Arginine0 mg
Histidine0 mg
Alanine0 mg
Aspartic Acid0 mg
Glutamic Acid2.6 mg
Glycine0 mg
Proline1.3 mg
Serine0 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat9.2 g14.2%Mid 40%Average
Saturated Fat1.2 g5.9%Mid 40%Average
Monounsaturated Fat6.6 g
Polyunsaturated Fat1.3 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash0 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 231 Calories from Fat 63

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 7 g 10.8%

Saturated Fat 0.9 g 4.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 8.7 mg 0.4%

Total Carbohydrates 35.4 g 11.8%

Dietary Fiber 2.8 g11.2%

Sugars 0.6 g

Protein 6 g 12%

Vitamin A 5.2% Vitamin C 8.3%

Calcium 2.9% Iron 5.6%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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