A Simple Rice Pilaf Recipe
A Simple Rice Pilaf has a high-calorie, very high-carb, average-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Thiamin, Niacin and Folate.
The food contains 83.8g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is very high 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 7.7 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
Because of its average fat content, it could be suitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. It's average MUFA and low PUFA.
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 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.
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 61, for A Simple Rice Pilaf, and we advise that this food in moderation.
Calorie Breakdown
| Calories from Protein | 6% | |
| Calories from Fat | 24% | |
| Calories from Carbs | 70% |
Why this is good for you
- High in Niacin
- Very high in Thiamin
- High in Iron
- Very high in Folate
Why this is bad for you
- Very high in Saturated Fat
- Very high in Sodium
Vitamin Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 87.3 IU | 1.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Retinol | 23.2 mcg | |||
| Vitamin C | 0.98 mg | 1.6% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Vitamin D | 2.2 IU | 0.5% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Thiamin | 0.24 mg | 16.3% | Top 10% | Very High |
| Riboflavin | 0 mg | |||
| Niacin | 1.2 mg | 6.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Vitamin B6 | 0 mg | |||
| Folate | 57.8 mcg | 14.5% | Top 30% | High |
| Folic Acid | 52.7 mcg | |||
| Vitamin B12 | 0 mcg | |||
| Pantothenic Acid | 0.24 mg | 2.4% | Mid 40% | Average |
Mineral Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 10 mg | 1% | Bottom 30% | Low |
| Iron | 0.98 mg | 5.4% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Magnesium | 11 mg | 2.7% | Bottom 30% | Low |
| Phosphorus | 32.2 mg | 3.2% | Bottom 30% | Low |
| Potassium | 44.6 mg | 1.3% | Bottom 30% | Low |
| Sodium | 206.9 mg | 8.6% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Zinc | 0.24 mg | 1.6% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Copper | 0 mg | |||
| Manganese | 0.24 mg | 12.2% | Top 30% | High |
| Selenium | 3.9 mcg | 5.6% | Mid 40% | Average |
Carbohydrate Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrate | 20.4 g | 6.8% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.54 g | 2.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Sugars | 0.7 g | |||
| Glucose | 0.2 mg | |||
| Fructose | 0.2 mg | |||
| Lactose | 0 mg | |||
| Maltose | 0 mg | |||
| Galactose | 0 mg |
Protein Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Protein | 1.9 g | 3.8% | Bottom 30% | Low |
| Tryptophan | 0 mg | |||
| Threonine | 0 mg | |||
| Isoleucine | 0 mg | |||
| Leucine | 0 mg | |||
| Lysine | 0 mg | |||
| Methionine | 0 mg | |||
| Cystine | 0 mg | |||
| Phenylalanine | 0 mg | |||
| Tyrosine | 0 mg | |||
| Valine | 0 mg | |||
| Arginine | 0.2 mg | |||
| Histidine | 0 mg | |||
| Alanine | 0 mg | |||
| Aspartic Acid | 0.2 mg | |||
| Glutamic Acid | 0.2 mg | |||
| Glycine | 0 mg | |||
| Proline | 0 mg | |||
| Serine | 0 mg |
Fat Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 3.1 g | 4.8% | Bottom 30% | Low |
| Saturated Fat | 1.9 g | 9.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | |||
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g |
Other Nutrients Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alcohol | 0 g | |||
| Ash | 0.7 g | |||
| Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
| Theobromine | 0 mg |
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Nutrition Facts
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 488 Calories from Fat 114
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 12.7 g 19.5%
Saturated Fat 7.6 g 38%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 31 mg 10.3%
Sodium 848.2 mg 35.3%
Total Carbohydrates 83.8 g 27.9%
Dietary Fiber 2.2 g8.8%
Sugars 3 g
Protein 7.7 g 15.4%
Vitamin A 7.2% Vitamin C 6.7%
Calcium 4.1% Iron 22.2%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
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