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Apple Empanada - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Apple Empanada Recipe

Apple Empanada has a average-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and average-protein content.

The food contains 24g 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. Its sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 2.7 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Not only that, the high fat content of this product makes it unsuitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. It's average MUFA and low 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".

While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has an average density of Sodium, it is suitable 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 an average source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

It belongs to Mexican cuisine.

Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 59, for Apple Empanada, and we advise that this food in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein5%
 Calories from Fat55%
 Calories from Carbs41%

Why this is good for you

Why this is bad for you

  • High in Saturated Fat

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A40 IU0.8%
Vitamin C1.7 mg2.8%
Vitamin D1.6 IU0.4%
Vitamin E0.48 mg1.6%
Thiamin0.08 mg5.3%
Riboflavin0.06 mg3.4%
Niacin1 mg5.2%
Vitamin B60.08 mg3.8%
Folate9.6 mcg2.4%
Vitamin B120.04 mcg0.6%
Pantothenic Acid0.22 mg2.2%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium11 mg1.1%
Iron0.77 mg4.3%
Magnesium24 mg6%
Phosphorus64 mg6.4%
Potassium111 mg3.2%
Sodium159.5 mg6.6%
Zinc0.53 mg3.5%
Copper0.08 mg3.8%
Manganese0.64 mg32%
Selenium12.4 mcg17.7%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate24 g8%
Dietary Fiber2.8 g11.2%
Sugars6.7 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein2.7 g5.4%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat14.3 g22%
Saturated Fat5.6 g28%
Monounsaturated Fat6.2 g
Polyunsaturated Fat1.7 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 229 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 14.3 g 22%

Saturated Fat 5.6 g 28%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 21.7 mg 7.2%

Sodium 159.5 mg 6.6%

Total Carbohydrates 24 g 8%

Dietary Fiber 2.8 g11.2%

Sugars 6.7 g

Protein 2.7 g 5.4%

Vitamin A 0.8% Vitamin C 2.8%

Calcium 1.1% Iron 4.3%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Source: http://recipes.sparkpeople.com/recipe-calories.asp?recipe=525412 Embed Table:

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