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Tex-Mex Rice 'N Cheese - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Tex-Mex Rice 'N Cheese Recipe

Tex-Mex Rice 'N Cheese has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and average-protein content.

The food contains 26.4g 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 7.8 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Not only that, the average fat content of this product makes it suitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. It's low MUFA and low PUFA.

It has a high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a 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 an average source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Tex-Mex Rice 'N Cheese has been given a composite ranking of 51, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein16%
 Calories from Fat31%
 Calories from Carbs53%

Why this is good for you

Why this is bad for you

  • High in Saturated Fat
  • High in Sodium

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A223.4 IU4.5%Top 30%High
Retinol29.1 mcg
Vitamin C4.3 mg7.1%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin D3.5 IU0.9%Mid 40%Average
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin1.4 mg7.1%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate42.6 mcg10.6%Top 30%High
Folic Acid18.4 mcg
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0 mg

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium117.7 mg11.8%Top 30%High
Iron0.71 mg3.9%Mid 40%Average
Magnesium19.9 mg5%Mid 40%Average
Phosphorus108.5 mg10.9%Mid 40%Average
Potassium100.7 mg2.9%Mid 40%Average
Sodium342.9 mg14.3%Top 30%High
Zinc0.71 mg4.7%Mid 40%Average
Copper0 mg
Manganese0 mg
Selenium5 mcg7.1%Mid 40%Average

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate18.7 g6.2%Mid 40%Average
Dietary Fiber0.43 g1.7%Bottom 30%Low
Sugars0.9 g
Glucose0 mg
Fructose0 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein5.5 g11.1%Mid 40%Average
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0 mg
Isoleucine0 mg
Leucine0 mg
Lysine0.7 mg
Methionine0 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0 mg
Tyrosine0 mg
Valine0.7 mg
Arginine0 mg
Histidine0 mg
Alanine0 mg
Aspartic Acid0.7 mg
Glutamic Acid1.4 mg
Glycine0 mg
Proline0.7 mg
Serine0 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat4.8 g7.4%Mid 40%Average
Saturated Fat2.9 g14.5%Mid 40%Average
Monounsaturated Fat1.4 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash1.4 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 193 Calories from Fat 62

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 6.8 g 10.5%

Saturated Fat 4.1 g 20.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 18.9 mg 6.3%

Sodium 483.5 mg 20.1%

Total Carbohydrates 26.4 g 8.8%

Dietary Fiber 0.6 g2.4%

Sugars 1.2 g

Protein 7.8 g 15.6%

Vitamin A 6.3% Vitamin C 10%

Calcium 16.6% Iron 5.6%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Source: http://www.food.com/recipe/tex-mex-rice-n-cheese-73394 Embed Table:

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