The Healthiest Salad on Earth has a high-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Iron, Vitamin B6, Vitamin C, Riboflavin, Niacin and Folate.
The food contains 43.6g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average in complex carbs and high 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 27.6 gms of protein, it is very high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
However, the high fat content makes it unsuitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. It's average MUFA and average PUFA.
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 gives a good yield of Iron at 4 gms/ serving, and should be included in an Iron rich diet. Iron is essential to help carry oxygen from the lungs to the muscles and other organs, and is especially helpful for pregnant women. 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. Besides other nutrients, it is high in Magnesium, which is an essential micronutrient needed to keep muscle and nerve functioning normal and heart beat rhythmic. It also helps to support a healthy immune system, and keeps bones strong. It is also a high 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 The Healthiest Salad on Earth has been given a composite ranking of 65, and in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 26% | |
Calories from Fat | 33% | |
Calories from Carbs | 41% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 1.7 IU | 0% | Mid 40% | Average |
Retinol | 18 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 14.8 mg | 24.7% | Top 30% | High |
Vitamin D | 6.1 IU | 1.5% | Mid 40% | Average |
Thiamin | 0 mg | |||
Riboflavin | 0.29 mg | 17.1% | Top 10% | Very High |
Niacin | 2 mg | 10.2% | Top 30% | High |
Vitamin B6 | 0.29 mg | 14.5% | Top 30% | High |
Folate | 45.9 mcg | 11.5% | Top 30% | High |
Folic Acid | 0 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 0.29 mcg | 4.8% | Top 30% | High |
Pantothenic Acid | 0.58 mg | 5.8% | Top 30% | High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 86.9 mg | 8.7% | Top 30% | High |
Iron | 1.2 mg | 6.5% | Mid 40% | Average |
Magnesium | 27 mg | 6.8% | Top 30% | High |
Phosphorus | 138.4 mg | 13.8% | Top 30% | High |
Potassium | 260.8 mg | 7.5% | Top 30% | High |
Sodium | 178.9 mg | 7.5% | Mid 40% | Average |
Zinc | 0.87 mg | 5.8% | Mid 40% | Average |
Copper | 0 mg | |||
Manganese | 0.29 mg | 14.5% | Top 30% | High |
Selenium | 9.3 mcg | 13.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 12.7 g | 4.2% | Mid 40% | Average |
Dietary Fiber | 2 g | 8% | Top 30% | High |
Sugars | 5.5 g | |||
Glucose | 1.7 mg | |||
Fructose | 1.7 mg | |||
Lactose | 0 mg | |||
Maltose | 0 mg | |||
Galactose | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 8 g | 16% | Mid 40% | Average |
Tryptophan | 0 mg | |||
Threonine | 0.3 mg | |||
Isoleucine | 0.3 mg | |||
Leucine | 0.3 mg | |||
Lysine | 0.6 mg | |||
Methionine | 0.3 mg | |||
Cystine | 0 mg | |||
Phenylalanine | 0.3 mg | |||
Tyrosine | 0.3 mg | |||
Valine | 0.3 mg | |||
Arginine | 0.6 mg | |||
Histidine | 0.3 mg | |||
Alanine | 0.3 mg | |||
Aspartic Acid | 0.6 mg | |||
Glutamic Acid | 1.5 mg | |||
Glycine | 0.3 mg | |||
Proline | 0.3 mg | |||
Serine | 0.3 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 4.5 g | 6.9% | Mid 40% | Average |
Saturated Fat | 1.7 g | 8.6% | Mid 40% | Average |
Monounsaturated Fat | 1.2 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.2 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Alcohol | 0 g | |||
Ash | 1.5 g | |||
Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
Theobromine | 0 mg |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 408 Calories from Fat 139
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 15.5 g 23.8%
Saturated Fat 5.9 g 29.5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 125.6 mg 41.9%
Sodium 615.5 mg 25.6%
Total Carbohydrates 43.6 g 14.5%
Dietary Fiber 6.9 g27.6%
Sugars 18.8 g
Protein 27.6 g 55.2%
Vitamin A 0.1% Vitamin C 85%
Calcium 29.9% Iron 22.2%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 188
Protein 2.2 g | Carbs 21.5 g | Fat 11.7 g
Per Serving | Calories 68
Protein 2.4 g | Carbs 11.2 g | Fat 2 g
Per Serving | Calories 205
Protein 1.9 g | Carbs 7.6 g | Fat 18.7 g
Per Serving | Calories 40
Protein 6.6 g | Carbs 2.82 g | Fat 0.33 g
Per Serving | Calories 117
Protein 0.9 g | Carbs 7.4 g | Fat 9.7 g
Per Serving | Calories 233
Protein 12.2 g | Carbs 31.9 g | Fat 6 g
Per Serving | Calories 296
Protein 7 g | Carbs 13.3 g | Fat 24.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 135
Protein 11.8 g | Carbs 7.4 g | Fat 6.8 g