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Cajun Style Stuffed Peppers - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Cajun Style Stuffed Peppers Recipe

Cajun Style Stuffed Peppers has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Vitamin B6, Vitamin C, Thiamin, Niacin and Folate.

The food contains 39.5g 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. Its sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 16.6 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Because of its average fat content, it could be suitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons.

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 gives a good yield of Iron at 7.02 gms/ serving, and should be included in an Iron rich diet. Iron is essential to help carry oxygen from the lungs to the muscles and other organs, and is especially helpful for pregnant women. While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has a high density of Sodium, it is unsuitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet. Besides other nutrients, it is average in Magnesium, which is an essential micronutrient needed to keep muscle and nerve functioning normal and heart beat rhythmic. It also helps to support a healthy immune system, and keeps bones strong.

It belongs to Cajun cuisine.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Cajun Style Stuffed Peppers has been given a composite ranking of 69, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein21%
 Calories from Fat27%
 Calories from Carbs51%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • Very high in Vitamin B6
  • Very high in Niacin
  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • Very high in Thiamin
  • High in Dietary Fiber

Why this is bad for you

  • High in Cholesterol
  • High in Sodium

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A850 IU17%
Vitamin C151.2 mg252%
Thiamin0.54 mg36%
Niacin11.8 mg59%
Vitamin B60.72 mg36%
Folate220 mcg55%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium100 mg10%
Iron7 mg39%
Magnesium80 mg20%
Potassium631 mg18%
Sodium554 mg23.1%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate39.5 g13.2%
Dietary Fiber5.1 g20.4%
Sugars6.3 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein16.6 g33.2%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat9.4 g14.5%
Saturated Fat1.6 g8%

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 301 Calories from Fat 84

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 9.4 g 14.5%

Saturated Fat 1.6 g 8%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 88 mg 29.3%

Sodium 554 mg 23.1%

Total Carbohydrates 39.5 g 13.2%

Dietary Fiber 5.1 g20.4%

Sugars 6.3 g

Protein 16.6 g 33.2%

Vitamin A 17% Vitamin C 252%

Calcium 10% Iron 39%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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