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Brocoli cheese squares - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Brocoli cheese squares Recipe

Brocoli cheese squares has a average-calorie, low-carb, average-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin C.

The food contains 6.2g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low 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 6.4 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 average fat content makes it suitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. It's low 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 an average density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Brocoli cheese squares has been given a composite ranking of 14, and sparingly.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein23%
 Calories from Fat54%
 Calories from Carbs22%

Why this is good for you

  • High in Vitamin C

Why this is bad for you

  • High in Saturated Fat

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A490 IU9.8%
Vitamin C16.3 mg27.1%
Vitamin D4 IU1%
Vitamin E0.4 mg1.3%
Thiamin0.06 mg4.1%
Riboflavin0.07 mg3.9%
Niacin0.42 mg2.1%
Vitamin B60.05 mg2.4%
Folate32.4 mcg8.1%
Vitamin B120.04 mcg0.6%
Pantothenic Acid0.11 mg1.1%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium167 mg16.7%
Iron0.43 mg2.4%
Magnesium6 mg1.5%
Phosphorus34 mg3.4%
Potassium81.7 mg2.3%
Sodium244.7 mg10.2%
Zinc0.17 mg1.1%
Copper0.02 mg0.9%
Manganese0.1 mg4.9%
Selenium2.5 mcg3.5%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate6.2 g2.1%
Dietary Fiber0.9 g3.6%
Sugars0.9 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein6.4 g12.8%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat6.7 g10.3%
Saturated Fat4.2 g21%
Monounsaturated Fat0.3 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.1 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 112 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 6.7 g 10.3%

Saturated Fat 4.2 g 21%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 43.2 mg 14.4%

Sodium 244.7 mg 10.2%

Total Carbohydrates 6.2 g 2.1%

Dietary Fiber 0.9 g3.6%

Sugars 0.9 g

Protein 6.4 g 12.8%

Vitamin A 9.8% Vitamin C 27.1%

Calcium 16.7% Iron 2.4%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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