Baked White Polenta with Two Cheeses has a very high-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium.
The food contains 49g 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 low sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 17 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
However, the high fat content makes it unsuitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. A quick glance at the fat profile reveals that it is very high in saturated fats and low in trans fats.
It has a very 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 White Polenta with Two Cheeses has been given a composite ranking of 27, and in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 13% | |
Calories from Fat | 51% | |
Calories from Carbs | 36% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 350 mg | 35% | ||
Iron | 2.7 mg | 15% | ||
Potassium | 180 mg | 5.1% | ||
Sodium | 1290 mg | 53.8% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 49 g | 16.3% | ||
Dietary Fiber | 2 g | 8% | ||
Sugars | 2 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 17 g | 34% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 31 g | 47.7% | ||
Saturated Fat | 18 g | 90% | ||
Total Trans Fatty Acids | 0 g |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 540 Calories from Fat 280
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 31 g 47.7%
Saturated Fat 18 g 90%
Trans Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 90 mg 30%
Sodium 1290 mg 53.8%
Total Carbohydrates 49 g 16.3%
Dietary Fiber 2 g8%
Sugars 2 g
Protein 17 g 34%
Vitamin A 20% Vitamin C
Calcium 35% Iron 15%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 280
Protein 10 g | Carbs 57 g | Fat 1.5 g
Per 100g | Calories 529
Protein 7.1 g | Carbs 56.4 g | Fat 28.2 g
Per Serving | Calories 130
Protein 6 g | Carbs 1 g | Fat 11 g
Per Serving | Calories 290
Protein 12 g | Carbs 44 g | Fat 7 g
Per Serving | Calories 370
Protein 11 g | Carbs 7 g | Fat 34 g
Per Serving | Calories 250
Protein 16 g | Carbs 28 g | Fat 8 g
Per Serving | Calories 60
Protein 0 g | Carbs 2 g | Fat 5 g
Per Serving | Calories 530
Protein 25 g | Carbs 46 g | Fat 28 g