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Confetti Quinoa - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Confetti Quinoa Recipe

Confetti Quinoa has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin A, Vitamin C and Riboflavin.

The food contains 30.7g 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 sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 5.9 gms of protein, it is average 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 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 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.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Confetti Quinoa has been given a composite ranking of 86, and on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein11%
 Calories from Fat29%
 Calories from Carbs60%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Vitamin A
  • High in Vitamin C
  • Very high in Riboflavin
  • No Cholesterol
  • Low in Saturated Fat

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A3135 IU62.7%
Vitamin C14.5 mg24.1%
Vitamin D0 IU
Vitamin E0.78 mg2.6%
Thiamin0.1 mg6.4%
Riboflavin1 mg59.6%
Niacin0.72 mg3.6%
Vitamin B60.12 mg6.2%
Folate25.2 mcg6.3%
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.16 mg1.6%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium29 mg2.9%
Iron3.2 mg17.8%
Magnesium13.2 mg3.3%
Phosphorus300 mg30%
Potassium189.3 mg5.4%
Sodium367.6 mg15.3%
Zinc0.33 mg2.2%
Copper0.06 mg3.2%
Manganese0.19 mg9.6%
Selenium0.98 mcg1.4%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate30.7 g10.2%
Dietary Fiber4.4 g17.6%
Sugars5.2 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein5.9 g11.8%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat6.6 g10.2%
Saturated Fat0.6 g3%
Monounsaturated Fat3.3 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.5 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 202 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 6.6 g 10.2%

Saturated Fat 0.6 g 3%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 367.6 mg 15.3%

Total Carbohydrates 30.7 g 10.2%

Dietary Fiber 4.4 g17.6%

Sugars 5.2 g

Protein 5.9 g 11.8%

Vitamin A 62.7% Vitamin C 24.1%

Calcium 2.9% Iron 17.8%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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