Sausage and Veggies Recipe
Sausage and Veggies has a average-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin A, Vitamin B6, Vitamin C, Thiamin and Folate.
The food contains 23g 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 25.4 gms of protein, it is very high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
However, the high fat content makes it unsuitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. 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 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 high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a low-sodium diet. Besides other nutrients, it is average 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 is also average in Selenium, an important antioxidant especially in combination with Vitamin E. Given that this is also average in Vitamin E, it is qualifies as good food source.
Based on the composite nutritive standing Sausage and Veggies has been given a composite ranking of 51, and in moderation.
Calorie Breakdown
| Calories from Protein | 31% | |
| Calories from Fat | 41% | |
| Calories from Carbs | 28% |
Why this is good for you
- Very high in Protein
- High in Vitamin B6
- Very high in Vitamin A
- Very high in Vitamin C
- High in Thiamin
- High in Dietary Fiber
Why this is bad for you
- High in Cholesterol
- Very high in Saturated Fat
- High in Sodium
Vitamin Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 1610 IU | 32.2% | ||
| Vitamin C | 123.6 mg | 206% | ||
| Vitamin D | 0 IU | |||
| Vitamin E | 3.4 mg | 11.3% | ||
| Thiamin | 0.34 mg | 22.7% | ||
| Riboflavin | 0.26 mg | 15.3% | ||
| Niacin | 2.3 mg | 11.4% | ||
| Vitamin B6 | 0.45 mg | 22.3% | ||
| Folate | 224 mcg | 56% | ||
| Vitamin B12 | 0 mcg | |||
| Pantothenic Acid | 0.61 mg | 6.1% |
Mineral Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 80 mg | 8% | ||
| Iron | 3.4 mg | 18.8% | ||
| Magnesium | 51.2 mg | 12.8% | ||
| Phosphorus | 156 mg | 15.6% | ||
| Potassium | 827 mg | 23.6% | ||
| Sodium | 584.3 mg | 24.3% | ||
| Zinc | 1.1 mg | 7.2% | ||
| Copper | 0.3 mg | 14.8% | ||
| Manganese | 0.75 mg | 37.3% | ||
| Selenium | 4.7 mcg | 6.7% |
Carbohydrate Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrate | 23 g | 7.7% | ||
| Dietary Fiber | 7.5 g | 30% | ||
| Sugars | 4.5 g |
Protein Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Protein | 25.4 g | 50.8% |
Fat Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 15.2 g | 23.4% | ||
| Saturated Fat | 7.4 g | 37% | ||
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | |||
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g |
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Nutrition Facts
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 310 Calories from Fat 0
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 15.2 g 23.4%
Saturated Fat 7.4 g 37%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 83.3 mg 27.8%
Sodium 584.3 mg 24.3%
Total Carbohydrates 23 g 7.7%
Dietary Fiber 7.5 g30%
Sugars 4.5 g
Protein 25.4 g 50.8%
Vitamin A 32.2% Vitamin C 206%
Calcium 8% Iron 18.8%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
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