Seared Garlic Shrimp Recipe
Seared Garlic Shrimp has a very high-calorie, low-carb, very high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin D.
The food contains 3.5g 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 sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 12.2 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. It's high MUFA and average 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".
While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has a low density of Sodium, it is suitable if you are aiming for a healthy, 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 high 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.
Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 34, for Seared Garlic Shrimp, and we advise that this food in moderation.
Calorie Breakdown
| Calories from Protein | 9% | |
| Calories from Fat | 88% | |
| Calories from Carbs | 3% |
Why this is good for you
- High in Protein
- High in Vitamin D
- High in Vitamin E
- Very low in Sodium
Why this is bad for you
- Very high in Cholesterol
- Very high in Saturated Fat
Vitamin Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 970 IU | 19.4% | ||
| Vitamin C | 3.9 mg | 6.5% | ||
| Vitamin D | 85.2 IU | 21.3% | ||
| Vitamin E | 4.2 mg | 14.1% | ||
| Thiamin | 0.03 mg | 2.3% | ||
| Riboflavin | 0.04 mg | 2.3% | ||
| Niacin | 1.5 mg | 7.5% | ||
| Vitamin B6 | 0.17 mg | 8.5% | ||
| Folate | 2.8 mcg | 0.7% | ||
| Vitamin B12 | 0.68 mcg | 11.4% | ||
| Pantothenic Acid | 0.24 mg | 2.4% |
Mineral Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 54 mg | 5.4% | ||
| Iron | 1.7 mg | 9.3% | ||
| Magnesium | 23.6 mg | 5.9% | ||
| Phosphorus | 135 mg | 13.5% | ||
| Potassium | 147.6 mg | 4.2% | ||
| Sodium | 2 mg | 0.1% | ||
| Zinc | 0.77 mg | 5.1% | ||
| Copper | 0.18 mg | 9.1% | ||
| Manganese | 0.19 mg | 9.3% | ||
| Selenium | 22.8 mcg | 32.6% |
Carbohydrate Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrate | 3.5 g | 1.2% | ||
| Dietary Fiber | 0.2 g | 0.8% | ||
| Sugars | 0.1 g |
Protein Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Protein | 12.2 g | 24.4% |
Fat Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 51 g | 78.5% | ||
| Saturated Fat | 18.2 g | 91% | ||
| Monounsaturated Fat | 26.7 g | |||
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.5 g |
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Nutrition Facts
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 515 Calories from Fat 0
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 51 g 78.5%
Saturated Fat 18.2 g 91%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 147.3 mg 49.1%
Sodium 2 mg 0.1%
Total Carbohydrates 3.5 g 1.2%
Dietary Fiber 0.2 g0.8%
Sugars 0.1 g
Protein 12.2 g 24.4%
Vitamin A 19.4% Vitamin C 6.5%
Calcium 5.4% Iron 9.3%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
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