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"Confetti" Couscous - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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"Confetti" Couscous Recipe

"Confetti" Couscous has a average-calorie, average-carb, low-fat and average-protein content.

The food contains 37g 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 5 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

However, the low fat content makes it suitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan.

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 "Confetti" Couscous has been given a composite ranking of 66, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein11%
 Calories from Fat7%
 Calories from Carbs82%

Why this is good for you

  • No Cholesterol
  • No Saturated Fat

Why this is bad for you

  • High in Sodium

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A400 IU8%
Vitamin C9 mg15%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium40 mg4%
Iron0.72 mg4%
Potassium320 mg9.1%
Sodium600 mg25%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate37 g12.3%
Dietary Fiber4 g16%
Sugars6 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein5 g10%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat1.5 g2.3%
Saturated Fat0 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 180 Calories from Fat 15

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 1.5 g 2.3%

Saturated Fat 0 g

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 600 mg 25%

Total Carbohydrates 37 g 12.3%

Dietary Fiber 4 g16%

Sugars 6 g

Protein 5 g 10%

Vitamin A 8% Vitamin C 15%

Calcium 4% Iron 4%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Source: http://www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/-Confetti-Couscous-103396 Embed Table:

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