Chilli with beef and leek Recipe
Chilli with beef and leek has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin C.
The food contains 36g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average 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. Its average sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 16.7 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
Not only that, the average fat content of this product makes it suitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. 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 an average density of Sodium, it is suitable if you are aiming for a healthy, 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 Main Dish.
Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 71, for Chilli with beef and leek, and we advise that this food in moderation.
Calorie Breakdown
| Calories from Protein | 27% | |
| Calories from Fat | 16% | |
| Calories from Carbs | 58% |
Why this is good for you
- Very high in Protein
- Very high in Vitamin C
- Very high in Dietary Fiber
Why this is bad for you
Vitamin Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 635 IU | 12.7% | ||
| Vitamin C | 77 mg | 128.3% | ||
| Vitamin D | 0 IU | |||
| Vitamin E | 0.34 mg | 1.1% | ||
| Thiamin | 0.08 mg | 5% | ||
| Riboflavin | 0.04 mg | 2.2% | ||
| Niacin | 0.34 mg | 1.7% | ||
| Vitamin B6 | 0.23 mg | 11.3% | ||
| Folate | 58 mcg | 14.5% | ||
| Vitamin B12 | 0 mcg | |||
| Pantothenic Acid | 0.19 mg | 1.9% |
Mineral Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 43 mg | 4.3% | ||
| Iron | 2.6 mg | 14.6% | ||
| Magnesium | 27.2 mg | 6.8% | ||
| Phosphorus | 71 mg | 7.1% | ||
| Potassium | 223.4 mg | 6.4% | ||
| Sodium | 410.9 mg | 17.1% | ||
| Zinc | 0.57 mg | 3.8% | ||
| Copper | 0.15 mg | 7.5% | ||
| Manganese | 0.45 mg | 22.5% | ||
| Selenium | 1.8 mcg | 2.5% |
Carbohydrate Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrate | 36 g | 12% | ||
| Dietary Fiber | 7.7 g | 30.8% | ||
| Sugars | 7.8 g |
Protein Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Protein | 16.7 g | 33.4% |
Fat Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 4.4 g | 6.8% | ||
| Saturated Fat | 1.6 g | 8% | ||
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | |||
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g |
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Nutrition Facts
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 272 Calories from Fat 0
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 4.4 g 6.8%
Saturated Fat 1.6 g 8%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 32.5 mg 10.8%
Sodium 410.9 mg 17.1%
Total Carbohydrates 36 g 12%
Dietary Fiber 7.7 g30.8%
Sugars 7.8 g
Protein 16.7 g 33.4%
Vitamin A 12.7% Vitamin C 128.3%
Calcium 4.3% Iron 14.6%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
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