Brie Croque Monsieur Sandwich Recipe
Brie Croque Monsieur Sandwich has a very high-calorie, very high-carb, very high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12, Vitamin D, Thiamin, Riboflavin, Niacin, Folate and Pantothenic Acid.
The food contains 162.7g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is very 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. With 101.3 gms of protein, it is very 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 very high MUFA and average PUFA.
It a good source of Vitamin B6 and Vitamin B12.
It gives a good yield of Iron at 15 gms/ serving, and should be included in an Iron rich diet. Iron is essential to help carry oxygen from the lungs to the muscles and other organs, and is especially helpful for pregnant women. It has a very high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a low-sodium diet. Besides other nutrients, it is high 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 very high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.
It belongs to French 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 11, for Brie Croque Monsieur Sandwich, and we advise that this food sparingly.
Calorie Breakdown
| Calories from Protein | 17% | |
| Calories from Fat | 56% | |
| Calories from Carbs | 27% |
Why this is good for you
- Very high in Protein
- Very high in Vitamin B6
- Very high in Niacin
- Very high in Vitamin D
- Very high in Riboflavin
- Very high in Thiamin
Why this is bad for you
- Very high in Cholesterol
- Very high in Saturated Fat
- Very high in Sodium
Vitamin Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 0.32 IU | 0.01% | Bottom 30% | Low |
| Retinol | 0.1 mcg | |||
| Vitamin C | 0.32 mg | 0.53% | Bottom 30% | Low |
| Vitamin D | 21.9 IU | 5.5% | Top 10% | Very High |
| Thiamin | 0.21 mg | 14.1% | Top 30% | High |
| Riboflavin | 0.32 mg | 18.6% | Top 10% | Very High |
| Niacin | 1.5 mg | 7.4% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.11 mg | 5.3% | Top 30% | High |
| Folate | 61.3 mcg | 15.3% | Top 30% | High |
| Folic Acid | 27.2 mcg | |||
| Vitamin B12 | 0.63 mcg | 10.5% | Top 30% | High |
| Pantothenic Acid | 0.53 mg | 5.3% | Top 30% | High |
Mineral Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 0.11 mg | 0.01% | Bottom 30% | Low |
| Iron | 1.6 mg | 8.8% | Top 30% | High |
| Magnesium | 17.3 mg | 4.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Phosphorus | 0.11 mg | 0.01% | Bottom 30% | Low |
| Potassium | 0.11 mg | 0% | Bottom 30% | Low |
| Sodium | 425.2 mg | 17.7% | Top 30% | High |
| Zinc | 1.2 mg | 7.7% | Top 30% | High |
| Copper | 0.11 mg | 5.3% | Top 30% | High |
| Manganese | 0.21 mg | 10.5% | Top 30% | High |
| Selenium | 14.7 mcg | 20.9% | Top 30% | High |
Carbohydrate Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrate | 17.2 g | 5.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.76 g | 3% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Sugars | 1.5 g | |||
| Glucose | 0.5 mg | |||
| Fructose | 0.5 mg | |||
| Lactose | 0 mg | |||
| Maltose | 0.3 mg | |||
| Galactose | 0 mg |
Protein Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Protein | 10.7 g | 21.4% | Top 30% | High |
| Tryptophan | 0.1 mg | |||
| Threonine | 0.4 mg | |||
| Isoleucine | 0.5 mg | |||
| Leucine | 0.5 mg | |||
| Lysine | 0.7 mg | |||
| Methionine | 0.3 mg | |||
| Cystine | 0.1 mg | |||
| Phenylalanine | 0.5 mg | |||
| Tyrosine | 0.5 mg | |||
| Valine | 0.6 mg | |||
| Arginine | 0.4 mg | |||
| Histidine | 0.3 mg | |||
| Alanine | 0.4 mg | |||
| Aspartic Acid | 0.7 mg | |||
| Glutamic Acid | 2.3 mg | |||
| Glycine | 0.3 mg | |||
| Proline | 0 mg | |||
| Serine | 0.6 mg | |||
| Hydroxyproline | 0 mg |
Fat Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 15.6 g | 24% | Top 30% | High |
| Saturated Fat | 8.9 g | 44.6% | Top 30% | High |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 4.4 g | |||
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.2 g |
Other Nutrients Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alcohol | 0 g | |||
| Ash | 1.8 g | |||
| Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
| Theobromine | 0 mg |
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Nutrition Facts
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 2391 Calories from Fat 1328
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 147.6 g 227.1%
Saturated Fat 84.6 g 423%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 961.3 mg 320.4%
Sodium 4031 mg 168%
Total Carbohydrates 162.7 g 54.2%
Dietary Fiber 7.2 g28.8%
Sugars 14.6 g
Protein 101.3 g 202.6%
Vitamin A 0.1% Vitamin C 5%
Calcium 0.1% Iron 83.3%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
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