cauliflowe mac and cheese has a high-calorie, low-carb, high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Vitamin A, Vitamin C and Folate.
The food contains 13g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low 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 26.5 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.
Because of its high fat content, it could be unsuitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. 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.
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.
Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.
Based on the composite nutritive standing cauliflowe mac and cheese has been given a composite ranking of 31, and in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 29% | |
Calories from Fat | 56% | |
Calories from Carbs | 14% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 1040 IU | 20.8% | ||
Vitamin C | 82.7 mg | 137.8% | ||
Vitamin D | 0 IU | |||
Vitamin E | 0.1 mg | 0.33% | ||
Thiamin | 0.09 mg | 5.9% | ||
Riboflavin | 0.14 mg | 8.3% | ||
Niacin | 0.78 mg | 3.9% | ||
Vitamin B6 | 0.33 mg | 16.7% | ||
Folate | 82.8 mcg | 20.7% | ||
Vitamin B12 | 0.1 mcg | 1.7% | ||
Pantothenic Acid | 1 mg | 10.3% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 667 mg | 66.7% | ||
Iron | 0.63 mg | 3.5% | ||
Magnesium | 19.6 mg | 4.9% | ||
Phosphorus | 88 mg | 8.8% | ||
Potassium | 303.1 mg | 8.7% | ||
Sodium | 686 mg | 28.6% | ||
Zinc | 0.5 mg | 3.3% | ||
Copper | 0.05 mg | 2.7% | ||
Manganese | 0.26 mg | 12.9% | ||
Selenium | 1.5 mcg | 2.1% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 13 g | 4.3% | ||
Dietary Fiber | 5 g | 20% | ||
Sugars | 3.7 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 26.5 g | 53% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 22.4 g | 34.5% | ||
Saturated Fat | 13.1 g | 65.5% | ||
Monounsaturated Fat | 1.1 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 361 Calories from Fat 0
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 22.4 g 34.5%
Saturated Fat 13.1 g 65.5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 81.7 mg 27.2%
Sodium 686 mg 28.6%
Total Carbohydrates 13 g 4.3%
Dietary Fiber 5 g20%
Sugars 3.7 g
Protein 26.5 g 53%
Vitamin A 20.8% Vitamin C 137.8%
Calcium 66.7% Iron 3.5%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 303
Protein 15.5 g | Carbs 28.9 g | Fat 14.2 g
Per Serving | Calories 382
Protein 17.7 g | Carbs 37.9 g | Fat 19.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 265
Protein 14.4 g | Carbs 36.8 g | Fat 7.6 g
Per Serving | Calories 475
Protein 27.3 g | Carbs 47.7 g | Fat 22 g
Per Serving | Calories 365
Protein 26.5 g | Carbs 12.8 g | Fat 23.9 g
Per Serving | Calories 548
Protein 24.9 g | Carbs 68.9 g | Fat 21.3 g
Per Serving | Calories 68
Protein 2.7 g | Carbs 8.1 g | Fat 3.7 g
Per Serving | Calories 646
Protein 14.8 g | Carbs 118.9 g | Fat 15.7 g