Add a Little Interest With Persian Couscous has a high-calorie, high-carb, high-fat and high-protein content.
The food contains 64.2g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average in complex carbs and average 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 10.9 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 high fat content makes it unsuitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. It's average MUFA and low PUFA.
It has an average density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet. It is also average in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat.
It belongs to Iranian cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.
Based on the composite nutritive standing Add a Little Interest With Persian Couscous has been given a composite ranking of 70, and in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 10% | |
Calories from Fat | 30% | |
Calories from Carbs | 60% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Vitamin A | 406.9 IU | 8.1% | Top 30% | High |
Retinol | 31.5 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 1.5 mg | 2.5% | Mid 40% | Average |
Vitamin D | 3 IU | 0.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
Thiamin | 0 mg | |||
Riboflavin | 0 mg | |||
Niacin | 1.5 mg | 7.4% | Mid 40% | Average |
Vitamin B6 | 0 mg | |||
Folate | 13.3 mcg | 3.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Folic Acid | 0 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 0 mcg | |||
Pantothenic Acid | 0.49 mg | 4.9% | Top 30% | High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Calcium | 37.4 mg | 3.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
Iron | 0.99 mg | 5.5% | Mid 40% | Average |
Magnesium | 34.5 mg | 8.6% | Top 30% | High |
Phosphorus | 89.2 mg | 8.9% | Mid 40% | Average |
Potassium | 221.2 mg | 6.3% | Top 30% | High |
Sodium | 59.8 mg | 2.5% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Zinc | 0.49 mg | 3.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Copper | 0 mg | |||
Manganese | 0.49 mg | 24.6% | Top 30% | High |
Selenium | 0.49 mcg | 0.7% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 31.6 g | 10.5% | Top 30% | High |
Dietary Fiber | 3 g | 11.8% | Top 30% | High |
Sugars | 7.5 g | |||
Glucose | 2 mg | |||
Fructose | 0.5 mg | |||
Lactose | 0 mg | |||
Maltose | 0 mg | |||
Galactose | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Protein | 5.4 g | 10.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
Tryptophan | 0 mg | |||
Threonine | 0 mg | |||
Isoleucine | 0 mg | |||
Leucine | 0 mg | |||
Lysine | 0 mg | |||
Methionine | 0 mg | |||
Cystine | 0 mg | |||
Phenylalanine | 0.5 mg | |||
Tyrosine | 0 mg | |||
Valine | 0 mg | |||
Arginine | 0.5 mg | |||
Histidine | 0 mg | |||
Alanine | 0 mg | |||
Aspartic Acid | 0.5 mg | |||
Glutamic Acid | 1.5 mg | |||
Glycine | 0 mg | |||
Proline | 0.5 mg | |||
Serine | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Total Fat | 6.9 g | 10.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
Saturated Fat | 2.7 g | 13.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Monounsaturated Fat | 3 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 1 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Alcohol | 0 g | |||
Ash | 1 g | |||
Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
Theobromine | 0 mg |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 419 Calories from Fat 127
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 14.1 g 21.7%
Saturated Fat 5.4 g 27%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 20.3 mg 6.8%
Sodium 121.3 mg 5.1%
Total Carbohydrates 64.2 g 21.4%
Dietary Fiber 6 g24%
Sugars 15.3 g
Protein 10.9 g 21.8%
Vitamin A 16.5% Vitamin C 5%
Calcium 7.6% Iron 11.1%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 185
Protein 3.1 g | Carbs 18.9 g | Fat 10.8 g
Per Serving | Calories 160
Protein 4.1 g | Carbs 31.6 g | Fat 2.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 143
Protein 5 g | Carbs 23.9 g | Fat 2.6 g
Per Serving | Calories 158
Protein 3.6 g | Carbs 20.8 g | Fat 7.2 g
Per Serving | Calories 245
Protein 11.3 g | Carbs 31.6 g | Fat 8.6 g
Per Serving | Calories 148
Protein 10.8 g | Carbs 9.1 g | Fat 6.7 g
Per Serving | Calories 241
Protein 7.1 g | Carbs 26.3 g | Fat 13.2 g
Per Serving | Calories 349
Protein 22.9 g | Carbs 2.76 g | Fat 26.9 g