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Veggie Quinoa 2 - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Veggie Quinoa 2 Recipe

Veggie Quinoa 2 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, Niacin and Folate.

The food contains 34.9g 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 13.3 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Moreover, the average fat content makes it suitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan.

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 11.16 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 an average 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.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Veggie Quinoa 2 has been given a composite ranking of 88, and on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein18%
 Calories from Fat34%
 Calories from Carbs48%

Why this is good for you

  • High in Protein
  • High in Vitamin B6
  • Very high in Niacin
  • Very high in Vitamin A
  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • No Cholesterol

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A2250 IU45%
Vitamin C25.8 mg43%
Thiamin0.27 mg18%
Niacin6.4 mg32%
Vitamin B60.44 mg22%
Folate296 mcg74%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium350 mg35%
Iron11.2 mg62%
Magnesium172 mg43%
Potassium520 mg14.9%
Sodium315 mg13.1%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate34.9 g11.6%
Dietary Fiber4.9 g19.6%
Sugars2.8 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein13.3 g26.6%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat10.8 g16.6%
Saturated Fat1.4 g7%

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 282 Calories from Fat 97

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 10.8 g 16.6%

Saturated Fat 1.4 g 7%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 315 mg 13.1%

Total Carbohydrates 34.9 g 11.6%

Dietary Fiber 4.9 g19.6%

Sugars 2.8 g

Protein 13.3 g 26.6%

Vitamin A 45% Vitamin C 43%

Calcium 35% Iron 62%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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