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Asparagus and Pesto Lasagna - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Asparagus and Pesto Lasagna Recipe

Asparagus and Pesto Lasagna has a very high-calorie, low-carb, very high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Vitamin C and Folate.

The food contains 9.5g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low 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. With 24.1 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 ranked in the top 10 percentile in terms of its Monounsaturated Fat content, which are considered among "good fats".

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 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 Italian cuisine. 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 64, for Asparagus and Pesto Lasagna, and we advise that this food in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein18%
 Calories from Fat75%
 Calories from Carbs7%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • High in Vitamin C
  • Very high in Calcium
  • Very high in Folate

Why this is bad for you

  • High in Cholesterol
  • Very high in Saturated Fat
  • Very high in Sodium

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietAVERAGE
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A1.6 IU0%Mid 40%Average
Retinol68.4 mcg
Vitamin C6.7 mg11.2%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin D6.3 IU1.6%Mid 40%Average
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin0.79 mg4%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate81 mcg20.3%Top 10%Very High
Folic Acid0 mcg
Vitamin B120.4 mcg6.6%Top 30%High
Pantothenic Acid0.4 mg4%Mid 40%Average

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium226.1 mg22.6%Top 10%Very High
Iron1.2 mg6.6%Mid 40%Average
Magnesium26.9 mg6.7%Top 30%High
Phosphorus162.1 mg16.2%Top 30%High
Potassium186.6 mg5.3%Mid 40%Average
Sodium299.4 mg12.5%Mid 40%Average
Zinc1.6 mg10.5%Top 30%High
Copper0 mg
Manganese0.4 mg19.8%Top 30%High
Selenium7.1 mcg10.2%Mid 40%Average

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate3.8 g1.3%Bottom 30%Low
Dietary Fiber1.6 g6.5%Mid 40%Average
Sugars1.1 g
Glucose0.4 mg
Fructose0.4 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein9.5 g19.1%Top 30%High
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0.4 mg
Isoleucine0.4 mg
Leucine0.4 mg
Lysine0.8 mg
Methionine0.4 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0.4 mg
Tyrosine0.4 mg
Valine0.8 mg
Arginine0.4 mg
Histidine0.4 mg
Alanine0.4 mg
Aspartic Acid0.8 mg
Glutamic Acid2 mg
Glycine0.4 mg
Proline1.2 mg
Serine0.4 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat17.7 g27.2%Top 30%High
Saturated Fat6.3 g31.6%Top 30%High
Monounsaturated Fat8.7 g
Polyunsaturated Fat2 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash2 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 523 Calories from Fat 402

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 44.7 g 68.8%

Saturated Fat 16 g 80%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 75.8 mg 25.3%

Sodium 757.4 mg 31.6%

Total Carbohydrates 9.5 g 3.2%

Dietary Fiber 4.1 g16.4%

Sugars 2.7 g

Protein 24.1 g 48.2%

Vitamin A 0.1% Vitamin C 28.3%

Calcium 57.2% Iron 16.7%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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