Cajun Pies has a very high-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin B6, Vitamin C, Thiamin, Niacin and Folate.
The food contains 44.9g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average in complex carbs and average 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. With 29.6 gms of protein, it is very 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.
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 very high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a low-sodium diet. It is also high in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat. It is also a high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.
It belongs to Cajun cuisine.
Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 49, for Cajun Pies, and we advise that this food in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 22% | |
Calories from Fat | 44% | |
Calories from Carbs | 34% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 0.27 IU | 0.01% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Retinol | 8.7 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 6.5 mg | 10.9% | Mid 40% | Average |
Vitamin D | 5.7 IU | 1.4% | Mid 40% | Average |
Thiamin | 0.27 mg | 18.2% | Top 10% | Very High |
Riboflavin | 0 mg | |||
Niacin | 1.9 mg | 9.5% | Mid 40% | Average |
Vitamin B6 | 0.27 mg | 13.6% | Top 30% | High |
Folate | 51.5 mcg | 12.9% | Top 30% | High |
Folic Acid | 7.1 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 0.27 mcg | 4.5% | Top 30% | High |
Pantothenic Acid | 0.27 mg | 2.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Calcium | 41.1 mg | 4.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
Iron | 0.82 mg | 4.5% | Mid 40% | Average |
Magnesium | 23.4 mg | 5.9% | Mid 40% | Average |
Phosphorus | 162.9 mg | 16.3% | Top 30% | High |
Potassium | 246.3 mg | 7% | Top 30% | High |
Sodium | 476.3 mg | 19.8% | Top 30% | High |
Zinc | 0.82 mg | 5.4% | Mid 40% | Average |
Copper | 0 mg | |||
Manganese | 0.27 mg | 13.6% | Top 30% | High |
Selenium | 9 mcg | 12.8% | Mid 40% | Average |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 12.2 g | 4.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
Dietary Fiber | 1.3 g | 5.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Sugars | 3.3 g | |||
Glucose | 0.5 mg | |||
Fructose | 0.5 mg | |||
Lactose | 0 mg | |||
Maltose | 0 mg | |||
Galactose | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Protein | 8.1 g | 16.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
Tryptophan | 0 mg | |||
Threonine | 0.3 mg | |||
Isoleucine | 0.3 mg | |||
Leucine | 0.3 mg | |||
Lysine | 0.5 mg | |||
Methionine | 0.3 mg | |||
Cystine | 0 mg | |||
Phenylalanine | 0.3 mg | |||
Tyrosine | 0.3 mg | |||
Valine | 0.3 mg | |||
Arginine | 0.5 mg | |||
Histidine | 0.3 mg | |||
Alanine | 0.5 mg | |||
Aspartic Acid | 0.8 mg | |||
Glutamic Acid | 1.4 mg | |||
Glycine | 0.3 mg | |||
Proline | 0 mg | |||
Serine | 0.3 mg | |||
Hydroxyproline | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Total Fat | 6.9 g | 10.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
Saturated Fat | 2.1 g | 10.5% | Mid 40% | Average |
Monounsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Alcohol | 0 g | |||
Ash | 1.6 g | |||
Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
Theobromine | 0 mg |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 519 Calories from Fat 229
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 25.5 g 39.2%
Saturated Fat 7.7 g 38.5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 149.6 mg 49.9%
Sodium 1748.2 mg 72.8%
Total Carbohydrates 44.9 g 15%
Dietary Fiber 4.9 g19.6%
Sugars 12 g
Protein 29.6 g 59.2%
Vitamin A 0% Vitamin C 40%
Calcium 15.1% Iron 16.7%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 151
Protein 9.3 g | Carbs 15.3 g | Fat 5.9 g
Per Serving | Calories 153
Protein 10 g | Carbs 12.7 g | Fat 6.9 g
Per Serving | Calories 108
Protein 4.3 g | Carbs 12.4 g | Fat 5 g
Per Serving | Calories 146
Protein 20.8 g | Carbs 1.26 g | Fat 6.5 g
Per Serving | Calories 152
Protein 9.5 g | Carbs 14.8 g | Fat 6 g
Per Serving | Calories 173
Protein 4.4 g | Carbs 5.9 g | Fat 14.2 g
Per Serving | Calories 128
Protein 14.8 g | Carbs 10 g | Fat 2.8 g
Per Serving | Calories 73
Protein 9.2 g | Carbs 0.08 g | Fat 3.6 g