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Baked Polenta or Grits - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Baked Polenta or Grits Recipe

Baked Polenta or Grits has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-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 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 8 gms of protein, it is average 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 has a high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a low-sodium diet.

It belongs to Italian cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Baked Polenta or Grits has been given a composite ranking of 33, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein13%
 Calories from Fat48%
 Calories from Carbs39%

Why this is good for you

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Saturated Fat
  • High in Sodium

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A400 IU8%
Vitamin C1.2 mg2%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium150 mg15%
Iron1.1 mg6%
Potassium115 mg3.3%
Sodium500 mg20.8%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate24 g8%
Dietary Fiber2 g8%
Sugars1 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein8 g16%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat13 g20%
Saturated Fat8 g40%

Popular Questions Asked

Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 240 Calories from Fat 120

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 13 g 20%

Saturated Fat 8 g 40%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 35 mg 11.7%

Sodium 500 mg 20.8%

Total Carbohydrates 24 g 8%

Dietary Fiber 2 g8%

Sugars 1 g

Protein 8 g 16%

Vitamin A 8% Vitamin C 2%

Calcium 15% Iron 6%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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