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Captain's Couscous Salad - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Captain's Couscous Salad Recipe

Captain's Couscous Salad has a average-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin C and Folate.

The food contains 42g 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. With 8.8 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Because of its high fat content, it could be unsuitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. It's average MUFA and average 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 an average density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet. It is also average in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat.

Ideally consumed as a Side Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Captain's Couscous Salad has been given a composite ranking of 91, and on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein11%
 Calories from Fat38%
 Calories from Carbs51%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • No Cholesterol
  • High in Dietary Fiber
  • High in Folate

Why this is bad for you

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A458.9 IU9.2%Top 10%Very High
Retinol0 mcg
Vitamin C16.2 mg27.1%Top 30%High
Vitamin D0 IU
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin1 mg5.1%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate49.7 mcg12.4%Top 30%High
Folic Acid0 mcg
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.51 mg5.1%Top 30%High

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium21.8 mg2.2%Mid 40%Average
Iron1 mg5.6%Mid 40%Average
Magnesium27.9 mg7%Top 30%High
Phosphorus67.5 mg6.8%Mid 40%Average
Potassium163.5 mg4.7%Mid 40%Average
Sodium200.2 mg8.3%Mid 40%Average
Zinc0.51 mg3.4%Mid 40%Average
Copper0 mg
Manganese0.51 mg25.4%Top 30%High
Selenium0.51 mcg0.73%Bottom 30%Low

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate21.3 g7.1%Mid 40%Average
Dietary Fiber3.6 g14.2%Top 10%Very High
Sugars2.4 g
Glucose0.5 mg
Fructose0.5 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein4.5 g8.9%Mid 40%Average
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0 mg
Isoleucine0 mg
Leucine0 mg
Lysine0 mg
Methionine0 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0 mg
Tyrosine0 mg
Valine0 mg
Arginine0 mg
Histidine0 mg
Alanine0 mg
Aspartic Acid0.5 mg
Glutamic Acid1 mg
Glycine0 mg
Proline0 mg
Serine0 mg
Hydroxyproline0 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat7 g10.8%Mid 40%Average
Saturated Fat0.91 g4.6%Mid 40%Average
Monounsaturated Fat2 g
Polyunsaturated Fat3.6 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash1 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 323 Calories from Fat 125

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 13.8 g 21.2%

Saturated Fat 1.8 g 9%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 394.3 mg 16.4%

Total Carbohydrates 42 g 14%

Dietary Fiber 7 g28%

Sugars 4.8 g

Protein 8.8 g 17.6%

Vitamin A 18.1% Vitamin C 53.3%

Calcium 4.3% Iron 11.1%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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