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Chicken and Zucchini Couscous - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Chicken and Zucchini Couscous Recipe

Chicken and Zucchini Couscous has a average-calorie, low-carb, low-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin B6, Vitamin C and Niacin.

The food contains 13g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low 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. With 16.2 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Moreover, the low fat content makes it suitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. It's low MUFA and low 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. It is also a high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Chicken and Zucchini Couscous has been given a composite ranking of 89, and on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein51%
 Calories from Fat8%
 Calories from Carbs41%

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 low in Saturated Fat

Why this is bad for you

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietAVERAGE
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A0.28 IU0.01%Bottom 30%Low
Retinol1.4 mcg
Vitamin C14.1 mg23.5%Top 30%High
Vitamin D0.85 IU0.21%Mid 40%Average
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin2 mg9.9%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin B60.28 mg14.1%Top 30%High
Folate18.3 mcg4.6%Mid 40%Average
Folic Acid0 mcg
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.28 mg2.8%Mid 40%Average

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium12.4 mg1.2%Bottom 30%Low
Iron0.28 mg1.6%Bottom 30%Low
Magnesium17.2 mg4.3%Mid 40%Average
Phosphorus61.4 mg6.1%Mid 40%Average
Potassium271.8 mg7.8%Top 30%High
Sodium78.7 mg3.3%Bottom 30%Low
Zinc0.28 mg1.9%Mid 40%Average
Copper0 mg
Manganese0 mg
Selenium5.4 mcg7.6%Mid 40%Average

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate3.7 g1.2%Bottom 30%Low
Dietary Fiber0.99 g3.9%Mid 40%Average
Sugars2 g
Glucose0.8 mg
Fructose1.1 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein4.6 g9.1%Mid 40%Average
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0.3 mg
Isoleucine0.3 mg
Leucine0.3 mg
Lysine0.3 mg
Methionine0 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0.3 mg
Tyrosine0.3 mg
Valine0.3 mg
Arginine0.3 mg
Histidine0.3 mg
Alanine0.3 mg
Aspartic Acid0.6 mg
Glutamic Acid0.6 mg
Glycine0.3 mg
Proline0 mg
Serine0.3 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat0.34 g0.52%Bottom 10%Very Low
Saturated Fat0.06 g0.28%Bottom 10%Very Low
Monounsaturated Fat0 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash0.6 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 120 Calories from Fat 10

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 1.2 g 1.8%

Saturated Fat 0.2 g 1%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 32.8 mg 10.9%

Sodium 279.4 mg 11.6%

Total Carbohydrates 13 g 4.3%

Dietary Fiber 3.5 g14%

Sugars 7.2 g

Protein 16.2 g 32.4%

Vitamin A 0% Vitamin C 83.3%

Calcium 4.4% Iron 5.6%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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