Sonoma Chicken Salad with Flax Seed Recipe
Sonoma Chicken Salad with Flax Seed has a average-calorie, low-carb, average-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Niacin.
The food contains 7g 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 16.2 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
Because of its average fat content, it could be suitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. It's average 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 an average density of Sodium, it is suitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet. It is also average in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat. 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.
Ideally consumed as a Side Dish.
Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 70, for Sonoma Chicken Salad with Flax Seed, and we advise that this food in moderation.
Calorie Breakdown
| Calories from Protein | 40% | |
| Calories from Fat | 42% | |
| Calories from Carbs | 17% |
Why this is good for you
- Very high in Protein
- Very high in Niacin
- Low in Saturated Fat
Why this is bad for you
Vitamin Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 40 IU | 0.8% | ||
| Vitamin C | 3.8 mg | 6.4% | ||
| Vitamin D | 0 IU | |||
| Vitamin E | 3 mg | 9.9% | ||
| Thiamin | 0.08 mg | 5.5% | ||
| Riboflavin | 0.12 mg | 7% | ||
| Niacin | 7.5 mg | 37.7% | ||
| Vitamin B6 | 0.4 mg | 19.8% | ||
| Folate | 7.6 mcg | 1.9% | ||
| Vitamin B12 | 0.25 mcg | 4.1% | ||
| Pantothenic Acid | 0.57 mg | 5.7% |
Mineral Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 26 mg | 2.6% | ||
| Iron | 0.81 mg | 4.5% | ||
| Magnesium | 34.8 mg | 8.7% | ||
| Phosphorus | 156 mg | 15.6% | ||
| Potassium | 255.8 mg | 7.3% | ||
| Sodium | 198.6 mg | 8.3% | ||
| Zinc | 0.72 mg | 4.8% | ||
| Copper | 0.11 mg | 5.4% | ||
| Manganese | 0.17 mg | 8.4% | ||
| Selenium | 11.9 mcg | 17% |
Carbohydrate Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrate | 7 g | 2.3% | ||
| Dietary Fiber | 1 g | 4% | ||
| Sugars | 4.5 g |
Protein Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Protein | 16.2 g | 32.4% |
Fat Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 7.6 g | 11.7% | ||
| Saturated Fat | 1 g | 5% | ||
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3 g | |||
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.2 g |
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Nutrition Facts
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 160 Calories from Fat 0
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 7.6 g 11.7%
Saturated Fat 1 g 5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 42.1 mg 14%
Sodium 198.6 mg 8.3%
Total Carbohydrates 7 g 2.3%
Dietary Fiber 1 g4%
Sugars 4.5 g
Protein 16.2 g 32.4%
Vitamin A 0.8% Vitamin C 6.4%
Calcium 2.6% Iron 4.5%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
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