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Bug's Accidental Vegan Couscous Casserole - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Bug's Accidental Vegan Couscous Casserole Recipe

Bug's Accidental Vegan Couscous Casserole has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin C.

The food contains 41.3g 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 11.4 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Not only that, the average fat content of this product makes it suitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. 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 a high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a low-sodium diet. It is also an average source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Bug's Accidental Vegan Couscous Casserole has been given a composite ranking of 75, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein19%
 Calories from Fat12%
 Calories from Carbs69%

Why this is good for you

  • High in Protein
  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • No Cholesterol
  • Very low in Saturated Fat
  • High in Dietary Fiber

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Sodium

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A670 IU13.4%
Vitamin C21.8 mg36.3%
Vitamin D0 IU
Vitamin E0.78 mg2.6%
Thiamin0.05 mg3.2%
Riboflavin0.05 mg2.8%
Niacin0.22 mg1.1%
Vitamin B60.06 mg2.8%
Folate21.6 mcg5.4%
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.15 mg1.5%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium184 mg18.4%
Iron1.8 mg10.1%
Magnesium18.4 mg4.6%
Phosphorus55 mg5.5%
Potassium122.5 mg3.5%
Sodium720.7 mg30%
Zinc0.45 mg3%
Copper0.12 mg6%
Manganese0.3 mg15.1%
Selenium4.4 mcg6.3%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate41.3 g13.8%
Dietary Fiber5.2 g20.8%
Sugars4.8 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein11.4 g22.8%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat3.3 g5.1%
Saturated Fat0.4 g2%
Monounsaturated Fat1.1 g
Polyunsaturated Fat1.2 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 221 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 3.3 g 5.1%

Saturated Fat 0.4 g 2%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 720.7 mg 30%

Total Carbohydrates 41.3 g 13.8%

Dietary Fiber 5.2 g20.8%

Sugars 4.8 g

Protein 11.4 g 22.8%

Vitamin A 13.4% Vitamin C 36.3%

Calcium 18.4% Iron 10.1%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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