black bean and couscous stuffed peppers has a high-calorie, high-carb, average-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin A and Vitamin C.
The food contains 68.1g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is high 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 average sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 15.9 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
However, the average fat content makes it suitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. 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".
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 low 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 is also high in Selenium, an important antioxidant especially in combination with Vitamin E. Given that this is also average in Vitamin E, it is qualifies as good food source.
Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.
Based on the composite nutritive standing black bean and couscous stuffed peppers has been given a composite ranking of 89, and on a regular basis.
Calories from Protein | 16% | |
Calories from Fat | 14% | |
Calories from Carbs | 70% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 3600 IU | 72% | ||
Vitamin C | 97 mg | 161.7% | ||
Vitamin D | 12 IU | 3% | ||
Vitamin E | 2 mg | 6.7% | ||
Thiamin | 0.17 mg | 11.1% | ||
Riboflavin | 0.09 mg | 5.2% | ||
Niacin | 1.9 mg | 9.3% | ||
Vitamin B6 | 0.38 mg | 18.9% | ||
Folate | 52.8 mcg | 13.2% | ||
Vitamin B12 | 0 mcg | |||
Pantothenic Acid | 0.61 mg | 6.1% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 79 mg | 7.9% | ||
Iron | 1.5 mg | 8.5% | ||
Magnesium | 26.4 mg | 6.6% | ||
Phosphorus | 63 mg | 6.3% | ||
Potassium | 415.6 mg | 11.9% | ||
Sodium | 1 mg | 0% | ||
Zinc | 0.53 mg | 3.5% | ||
Copper | 0.14 mg | 7.1% | ||
Manganese | 0.3 mg | 15.1% | ||
Selenium | 29.9 mcg | 42.7% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 68.1 g | 22.7% | ||
Dietary Fiber | 13.6 g | 54.4% | ||
Sugars | 6.5 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 15.9 g | 31.8% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 6.2 g | 9.5% | ||
Saturated Fat | 1.6 g | 8% | ||
Monounsaturated Fat | 3.2 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.1 g |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 363 Calories from Fat 0
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 6.2 g 9.5%
Saturated Fat 1.6 g 8%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 0 mg
Sodium 1 mg 0%
Total Carbohydrates 68.1 g 22.7%
Dietary Fiber 13.6 g54.4%
Sugars 6.5 g
Protein 15.9 g 31.8%
Vitamin A 72% Vitamin C 161.7%
Calcium 7.9% Iron 8.5%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 385
Protein 24.9 g | Carbs 65.1 g | Fat 4.6 g
Per Serving | Calories 270
Protein 11.6 g | Carbs 38.8 g | Fat 9.7 g
Per Serving | Calories 310
Protein 12.5 g | Carbs 36.9 g | Fat 13.3 g
Per Serving | Calories 281
Protein 11.6 g | Carbs 35.1 g | Fat 9.8 g
Per Serving | Calories 75
Protein 1.5 g | Carbs 10.2 g | Fat 1.5 g
Per Serving | Calories 218
Protein 7.6 g | Carbs 42.7 g | Fat 3.4 g
Per Serving | Calories 375
Protein 29.4 g | Carbs 35 g | Fat 11.7 g