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Spicy Sweet Potato "Fries" - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Spicy Sweet Potato "Fries" Recipe

Spicy Sweet Potato "Fries" has a low-calorie, average-carb, low-fat and low-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin A and Vitamin C.

The food contains 16.2g 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 1.2 gms of protein, it is low in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

However, the low fat content makes it suitable 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 low density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet.

Ideally consumed as an Appetizer.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Spicy Sweet Potato "Fries" has been given a composite ranking of 93, and on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein7%
 Calories from Fat4%
 Calories from Carbs90%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Vitamin A
  • High in Vitamin C
  • No Cholesterol
  • Very low in Saturated Fat
  • Very low in Sodium

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A13455 IU269.1%
Vitamin C15.3 mg25.5%
Vitamin D0 IU
Vitamin E0.18 mg0.6%
Thiamin0.05 mg3.2%
Riboflavin0.11 mg6.5%
Niacin0.56 mg2.8%
Vitamin B60.2 mg10.1%
Folate10 mcg2.5%
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.4 mg4%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium16 mg1.6%
Iron0.59 mg3.3%
Magnesium8 mg2%
Phosphorus21 mg2.1%
Potassium152.4 mg4.4%
Sodium8.7 mg0.4%
Zinc0.21 mg1.4%
Copper0.11 mg5.7%
Manganese0.24 mg11.9%
Selenium0.42 mcg0.6%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate16.2 g5.4%
Dietary Fiber2.3 g9.2%
Sugars0.1 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein1.2 g2.4%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat0.3 g0.46%
Saturated Fat0.1 g0.5%
Monounsaturated Fat0 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.2 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 71 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 0.3 g 0.46%

Saturated Fat 0.1 g 0.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 8.7 mg 0.4%

Total Carbohydrates 16.2 g 5.4%

Dietary Fiber 2.3 g9.2%

Sugars 0.1 g

Protein 1.2 g 2.4%

Vitamin A 269.1% Vitamin C 25.5%

Calcium 1.6% Iron 3.3%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Source: http://recipes.sparkpeople.com/recipe-calories.asp?recipe=1043620 Embed Table:

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