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Chicken and Couscous Salad (Cooking Light recipe) - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Chicken and Couscous Salad (Cooking Light recipe) Recipe

Chicken and Couscous Salad (Cooking Light recipe) has a average-calorie, low-carb, average-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin B6 and Niacin.

The food contains 12.5g 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 18.6 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

However, the average fat content makes it suitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. It's average 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 has an average density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a 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 is also a high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

Ideally consumed as a Side Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Chicken and Couscous Salad (Cooking Light recipe) has been given a composite ranking of 69, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein41%
 Calories from Fat31%
 Calories from Carbs28%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • High in Vitamin B6
  • Very high in Niacin
  • Low in Saturated Fat

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A310 IU6.2%
Vitamin C8.7 mg14.5%
Vitamin D0 IU
Vitamin E0.78 mg2.6%
Thiamin0.09 mg6.2%
Riboflavin0.1 mg5.9%
Niacin8.6 mg43%
Vitamin B60.45 mg22.3%
Folate22.4 mcg5.6%
Vitamin B120.33 mcg5.5%
Pantothenic Acid0.83 mg8.3%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium31 mg3.1%
Iron1.2 mg6.7%
Magnesium32.4 mg8.1%
Phosphorus163 mg16.3%
Potassium333.7 mg9.5%
Sodium298.3 mg12.4%
Zinc0.8 mg5.3%
Copper0.08 mg4.2%
Manganese0.14 mg6.9%
Selenium24.4 mcg34.8%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate12.5 g4.2%
Dietary Fiber1.3 g5.2%
Sugars1.7 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein18.6 g37.2%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat6.1 g9.4%
Saturated Fat0.9 g4.5%
Monounsaturated Fat4 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.7 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 182 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 6.1 g 9.4%

Saturated Fat 0.9 g 4.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 42.4 mg 14.1%

Sodium 298.3 mg 12.4%

Total Carbohydrates 12.5 g 4.2%

Dietary Fiber 1.3 g5.2%

Sugars 1.7 g

Protein 18.6 g 37.2%

Vitamin A 6.2% Vitamin C 14.5%

Calcium 3.1% Iron 6.7%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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