Chicken and Cashew Nut Salad (Murg Aur Kaju Ka Salaad) Recipe

Chicken and Cashew Nut Salad (Murg Aur Kaju Ka Salaad) has a very high-calorie, average-carb, very high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Vitamin B6 and Niacin.

The food contains 42g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average in complex carbs and high 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 40.6 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.

Not only that, the very high fat content of this product makes it unsuitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. It's high MUFA and average PUFA.

It gives a good yield of Iron at 6 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. It has a high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a low-sodium diet. Besides other nutrients, it is very high 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 is also a very high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

It belongs to Indian cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Side Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Chicken and Cashew Nut Salad (Murg Aur Kaju Ka Salaad) has been given a composite ranking of 78, and in moderation.