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Tex Mex Pasta - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Tex Mex Pasta Recipe

Tex Mex Pasta has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium.

The food contains 44g 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 sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 16.7 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Moreover, the average 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 has a high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a low-sodium diet.

It belongs to Tex Mex cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Tex Mex Pasta has been given a composite ranking of 53, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein21%
 Calories from Fat23%
 Calories from Carbs56%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • High in Calcium

Why this is bad for you

  • High in Saturated Fat
  • High in Sodium

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A365 IU7.3%
Vitamin C5.4 mg9%
Vitamin D0 IU
Vitamin E0.08 mg0.27%
Thiamin0.15 mg10.1%
Riboflavin0.09 mg5.3%
Niacin1.9 mg9.6%
Vitamin B60.02 mg1.1%
Folate10 mcg2.5%
Vitamin B120.22 mcg3.7%
Pantothenic Acid0.12 mg1.2%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium213 mg21.3%
Iron2.3 mg12.9%
Magnesium2.8 mg0.7%
Phosphorus52 mg5.2%
Potassium100.1 mg2.9%
Sodium689 mg28.7%
Zinc0.18 mg1.2%
Copper0.01 mg0.5%
Manganese0 mg0.1%
Selenium2.9 mcg4.1%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate44 g14.7%
Dietary Fiber3.8 g15.2%
Sugars3.1 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein16.7 g33.4%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat8 g12.3%
Saturated Fat4.2 g21%
Monounsaturated Fat0.6 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.5 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 297 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 8 g 12.3%

Saturated Fat 4.2 g 21%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 22 mg 7.3%

Sodium 689 mg 28.7%

Total Carbohydrates 44 g 14.7%

Dietary Fiber 3.8 g15.2%

Sugars 3.1 g

Protein 16.7 g 33.4%

Vitamin A 7.3% Vitamin C 9%

Calcium 21.3% Iron 12.9%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Source: http://recipes.sparkpeople.com/recipe-calories.asp?recipe=2085864 Embed Table:

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