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Tofu Pasta - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Tofu Pasta Recipe

Tofu Pasta has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Iron, Vitamin A, Vitamin B6, Vitamin C, Thiamin, Riboflavin, Niacin and Folate.

The food contains 26.5g 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 16.9 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 average MUFA and average 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 gives a good yield of Iron at 4.34 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. It has a low density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a 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.

It belongs to Italian cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 94, for Tofu Pasta, and we advise that this food on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein23%
 Calories from Fat40%
 Calories from Carbs37%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • High in Vitamin B6
  • High in Niacin
  • Very high in Vitamin A
  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • High in Riboflavin

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A4125 IU82.5%
Vitamin C44.2 mg73.7%
Vitamin D42.4 IU10.6%
Vitamin E1.2 mg3.9%
Thiamin0.37 mg24.4%
Riboflavin0.46 mg26.9%
Niacin4.6 mg23%
Vitamin B60.56 mg27.8%
Folate103.2 mcg25.8%
Vitamin B120.02 mcg0.4%
Pantothenic Acid1.6 mg16%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium614 mg61.4%
Iron4.3 mg24.1%
Magnesium116.8 mg29.2%
Phosphorus312 mg31.2%
Potassium1 mg0%
Sodium1 mg0%
Zinc2.2 mg14.7%
Copper0.84 mg42.2%
Manganese1.7 mg86%
Selenium20 mcg28.5%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate26.5 g8.8%
Dietary Fiber5.2 g20.8%
Sugars3.5 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein16.9 g33.8%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat12.7 g19.5%
Saturated Fat1.8 g9%
Monounsaturated Fat5.5 g
Polyunsaturated Fat4.5 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 260 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 12.7 g 19.5%

Saturated Fat 1.8 g 9%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 1 mg 0%

Total Carbohydrates 26.5 g 8.8%

Dietary Fiber 5.2 g20.8%

Sugars 3.5 g

Protein 16.9 g 33.8%

Vitamin A 82.5% Vitamin C 73.7%

Calcium 61.4% Iron 24.1%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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