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Tourtiere (French Meat Pie) - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Tourtiere (French Meat Pie) Recipe

Tourtiere (French Meat Pie) has a very high-calorie, average-carb, very high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Vitamin B6, Vitamin C, Thiamin and Niacin.

The food contains 42.1g 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 low sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 19.3 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 very high fat content, it could be unsuitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. It's high 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. It has a high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a low-sodium diet. Besides other nutrients, it is average 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 French cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Tourtiere (French Meat Pie) has been given a composite ranking of 67, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein14%
 Calories from Fat56%
 Calories from Carbs30%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • Very high in Vitamin B6
  • High in Niacin
  • High in Vitamin C
  • Very high in Thiamin
  • High in Iron

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 A25.5 IU0.5%Mid 40%Average
Retinol2.8 mcg
Vitamin C6.4 mg10.6%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin D2 IU0.5%Mid 40%Average
Thiamin0.4 mg26.6%Top 10%Very High
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin2.4 mg12%Top 30%High
Vitamin B60.4 mg19.9%Top 10%Very High
Folate27.1 mcg6.8%Mid 40%Average
Folic Acid15.5 mcg
Vitamin B120.4 mcg6.6%Top 30%High
Pantothenic Acid0.4 mg4%Mid 40%Average

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium18.7 mg1.9%Mid 40%Average
Iron1.6 mg8.9%Top 30%High
Magnesium17.5 mg4.4%Mid 40%Average
Phosphorus90 mg9%Mid 40%Average
Potassium238.2 mg6.8%Top 30%High
Sodium379.3 mg15.8%Top 30%High
Zinc1.2 mg8%Top 30%High
Copper0 mg
Manganese0.4 mg19.9%Top 30%High
Selenium11.6 mcg16.5%Mid 40%Average

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate16.8 g5.6%Mid 40%Average
Dietary Fiber1.7 g6.9%Top 30%High
Sugars0.5 g
Glucose0.4 mg
Fructose0 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein7.7 g15.4%Mid 40%Average
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0.4 mg
Isoleucine0.4 mg
Leucine0.4 mg
Lysine0.4 mg
Methionine0 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0.4 mg
Tyrosine0.4 mg
Valine0.4 mg
Arginine0.4 mg
Histidine0.4 mg
Alanine0.4 mg
Aspartic Acid0.8 mg
Glutamic Acid1.6 mg
Glycine0.4 mg
Proline0 mg
Serine0.4 mg
Hydroxyproline0 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat13.7 g21%Top 30%High
Saturated Fat4.1 g20.5%Mid 40%Average
Monounsaturated Fat6 g
Polyunsaturated Fat2.4 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash1.6 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 556 Calories from Fat 308

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 34.3 g 52.8%

Saturated Fat 10.3 g 51.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 68.4 mg 22.8%

Sodium 952.1 mg 39.7%

Total Carbohydrates 42.1 g 14%

Dietary Fiber 4.3 g17.2%

Sugars 1.2 g

Protein 19.3 g 38.6%

Vitamin A 1.3% Vitamin C 26.7%

Calcium 4.7% Iron 22.2%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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