Bulghar, or Cracked Wheat Pilaf has a average-calorie, average-carb, low-fat and average-protein content.
The food contains 22g 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 4.1 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 low 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 has an average density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet.
Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.
Based on the composite nutritive standing Bulghar, or Cracked Wheat Pilaf has been given a composite ranking of 72, and in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 13% | |
Calories from Fat | 17% | |
Calories from Carbs | 70% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 495 IU | 9.9% | ||
Vitamin C | 8.3 mg | 13.9% | ||
Vitamin D | 0 IU | |||
Vitamin E | 0.16 mg | 0.53% | ||
Thiamin | 0.02 mg | 1.3% | ||
Riboflavin | 0.02 mg | 1.4% | ||
Niacin | 0.44 mg | 2.2% | ||
Vitamin B6 | 0.04 mg | 2.2% | ||
Folate | 13.2 mcg | 3.3% | ||
Vitamin B12 | 0.13 mcg | 2.1% | ||
Pantothenic Acid | 0.12 mg | 1.2% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 15 mg | 1.5% | ||
Iron | 0.45 mg | 2.5% | ||
Magnesium | 6 mg | 1.5% | ||
Phosphorus | 19 mg | 1.9% | ||
Potassium | 88.2 mg | 2.5% | ||
Sodium | 249.3 mg | 10.4% | ||
Zinc | 0.12 mg | 0.8% | ||
Copper | 0.04 mg | 1.8% | ||
Manganese | 0.05 mg | 2.6% | ||
Selenium | 1.5 mcg | 2.2% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 22 g | 7.3% | ||
Dietary Fiber | 4 g | 16% | ||
Sugars | 0.1 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 4.1 g | 8.2% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 2.4 g | 3.7% | ||
Saturated Fat | 1.2 g | 6% | ||
Monounsaturated Fat | 0.6 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 125 Calories from Fat 0
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 2.4 g 3.7%
Saturated Fat 1.2 g 6%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 5.2 mg 1.7%
Sodium 249.3 mg 10.4%
Total Carbohydrates 22 g 7.3%
Dietary Fiber 4 g16%
Sugars 0.1 g
Protein 4.1 g 8.2%
Vitamin A 9.9% Vitamin C 13.9%
Calcium 1.5% Iron 2.5%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 355
Protein 6.3 g | Carbs 81.7 g | Fat 7 g
Per Serving | Calories 277
Protein 8 g | Carbs 37.1 g | Fat 12.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 135
Protein 3.4 g | Carbs 20.3 g | Fat 4.6 g
Per Serving | Calories 194
Protein 6 g | Carbs 40.1 g | Fat 0.8 g
Per Serving | Calories 129
Protein 2.5 g | Carbs 23.2 g | Fat 2.7 g
Per Serving | Calories 147
Protein 27.4 g | Carbs 3 g | Fat 1.9 g
Per Serving | Calories 350
Protein 15.5 g | Carbs 38.2 g | Fat 17.4 g
Per Serving | Calories 119
Protein 14.1 g | Carbs 15.3 g | Fat 1.6 g