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Broccoli Squares - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Broccoli Squares Recipe

Broccoli Squares has a high-calorie, average-carb, very high-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin C.

The food contains 25g 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 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.

However, the very high fat content makes it unsuitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan.

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 high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a low-sodium diet.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Broccoli Squares has been given a composite ranking of 48, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein7%
 Calories from Fat70%
 Calories from Carbs22%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Vitamin C

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Saturated Fat
  • High in Sodium

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A1000 IU20%
Vitamin C30 mg50%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium150 mg15%
Iron1.8 mg10%
Potassium220 mg6.3%
Sodium510 mg21.3%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate25 g8.3%
Dietary Fiber2 g8%
Sugars4 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein8 g16%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat35 g53.8%
Saturated Fat13 g65%

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 450 Calories from Fat 320

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 35 g 53.8%

Saturated Fat 13 g 65%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 55 mg 18.3%

Sodium 510 mg 21.3%

Total Carbohydrates 25 g 8.3%

Dietary Fiber 2 g8%

Sugars 4 g

Protein 8 g 16%

Vitamin A 20% Vitamin C 50%

Calcium 15% Iron 10%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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