Broccoli & Spinach Pasta toss Recipe
Broccoli & Spinach Pasta toss has a average-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin A, Vitamin C and Thiamin.
The food contains 45.5g 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 10.7 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. 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. 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 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 87, for Broccoli & Spinach Pasta toss, and we advise that this food on a regular basis.
Calorie Breakdown
| Calories from Protein | 12% | |
| Calories from Fat | 36% | |
| Calories from Carbs | 52% |
Why this is good for you
- High in Protein
- Very high in Vitamin A
- Very high in Vitamin C
- High in Thiamin
- No Cholesterol
- Very high in Dietary Fiber
Why this is bad for you
Vitamin Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 2650 IU | 53% | ||
| Vitamin C | 26.6 mg | 44.4% | ||
| Vitamin D | 0 IU | |||
| Vitamin E | 2 mg | 6.7% | ||
| Thiamin | 0.34 mg | 22.7% | ||
| Riboflavin | 0.15 mg | 8.8% | ||
| Niacin | 3.3 mg | 16.7% | ||
| Vitamin B6 | 0.09 mg | 4.5% | ||
| Folate | 49.2 mcg | 12.3% | ||
| Vitamin B12 | 0 mcg | |||
| Pantothenic Acid | 0.18 mg | 1.8% |
Mineral Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 75 mg | 7.5% | ||
| Iron | 3.5 mg | 19.6% | ||
| Magnesium | 30.4 mg | 7.6% | ||
| Phosphorus | 34 mg | 3.4% | ||
| Potassium | 208.8 mg | 6% | ||
| Sodium | 99.4 mg | 4.1% | ||
| Zinc | 0.32 mg | 2.1% | ||
| Copper | 0.07 mg | 3.4% | ||
| Manganese | 0.37 mg | 18.6% | ||
| Selenium | 1.2 mcg | 1.7% |
Carbohydrate Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrate | 45.5 g | 15.2% | ||
| Dietary Fiber | 7.7 g | 30.8% | ||
| Sugars | 1.9 g |
Protein Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Protein | 10.7 g | 21.4% |
Fat Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 14.1 g | 21.7% | ||
| Saturated Fat | 1.8 g | 9% | ||
| Monounsaturated Fat | 9.6 g | |||
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.2 g |
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Nutrition Facts
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 345 Calories from Fat 0
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 14.1 g 21.7%
Saturated Fat 1.8 g 9%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 0 mg
Sodium 99.4 mg 4.1%
Total Carbohydrates 45.5 g 15.2%
Dietary Fiber 7.7 g30.8%
Sugars 1.9 g
Protein 10.7 g 21.4%
Vitamin A 53% Vitamin C 44.4%
Calcium 7.5% Iron 19.6%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
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