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Spinach Balls (Fried or Baked Recipe) - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Spinach Balls (Fried or Baked Recipe) Recipe

Spinach Balls (Fried or Baked Recipe) has a average-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium and Folate.

The food contains 21g 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. With 20.1 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 high fat content, it could be unsuitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. It's average MUFA and low PUFA.

While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has a high density of Sodium, it is unsuitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet. It is also high in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat. It is also a high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Spinach Balls (Fried or Baked Recipe) has been given a composite ranking of 45, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein27%
 Calories from Fat45%
 Calories from Carbs28%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • Very high in Calcium
  • Very high in Folate

Why this is bad for you

  • High in Cholesterol
  • Very high in Saturated Fat
  • Very high in Sodium

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A5.8 IU0.1%Mid 40%Average
Retinol30.6 mcg
Vitamin C3.4 mg5.7%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin D7.8 IU1.9%Mid 40%Average
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin0.97 mg4.9%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate89.3 mcg22.3%Top 10%Very High
Folic Acid9.7 mcg
Vitamin B120.49 mcg8.1%Top 30%High
Pantothenic Acid0.49 mg4.9%Top 30%High

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium283 mg28.3%Top 10%Very High
Iron1.5 mg8.1%Top 30%High
Magnesium51 mg12.7%Top 10%Very High
Phosphorus192.2 mg19.2%Top 30%High
Potassium228.6 mg6.5%Top 30%High
Sodium440.9 mg18.4%Top 30%High
Zinc0.97 mg6.5%Top 30%High
Copper0 mg
Manganese0.49 mg24.3%Top 30%High
Selenium9.2 mcg13.2%Mid 40%Average

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate10.2 g3.4%Mid 40%Average
Dietary Fiber2.1 g8.3%Top 30%High
Sugars1.4 g
Glucose0.5 mg
Fructose0.5 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein9.8 g19.5%Top 30%High
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0.5 mg
Isoleucine0.5 mg
Leucine0.5 mg
Lysine1 mg
Methionine0 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0.5 mg
Tyrosine0.5 mg
Valine0.5 mg
Arginine0.5 mg
Histidine0.5 mg
Alanine0.5 mg
Aspartic Acid0.5 mg
Glutamic Acid1.9 mg
Glycine0.5 mg
Proline1 mg
Serine0.5 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat7.2 g11.1%Mid 40%Average
Saturated Fat4.1 g20.6%Mid 40%Average
Monounsaturated Fat1.9 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.5 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash2.4 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 290 Calories from Fat 133

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 14.8 g 22.8%

Saturated Fat 8.5 g 42.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 79.8 mg 26.6%

Sodium 908.2 mg 37.8%

Total Carbohydrates 21 g 7%

Dietary Fiber 4.3 g17.2%

Sugars 2.9 g

Protein 20.1 g 40.2%

Vitamin A 0.2% Vitamin C 11.7%

Calcium 58.3% Iron 16.7%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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