Shrimp Scampi with Sauce

Contessa

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FAQ

Contessa - Shrimp Scampi with Sauce has a average-calorie, low-carb, high-fat and average-protein content.

The food contains 5.43g 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. With 9.04 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 high fat content makes it unsuitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. A quick glance at the fat profile reveals that it is high in saturated fats and low in trans fats.

It has a high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a low-sodium diet.

Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Contessa - Shrimp Scampi with Sauce has been given a composite ranking of 1, and sparingly.

Calorie Breakdown

	Calories from Protein	17%
	Calories from Fat	73%
	Calories from Carbs	10%

Why this is good for you

Why this is bad for you

Very high in Saturated Fat
Very high in Cholesterol
High in Sodium

Diet Suitability

Diet	Suitability
Atkins Diet	LOW
Low Fat Diet	LOW
Zone Diet	LOW

Mineral Analysis

Name	Amount	%DV	Rank	Interpretation
Calcium	36.2 mg	3.6%	Mid 40%	Average
Sodium	488.4 mg	20.4%	Mid 40%	Average

Carbohydrate Analysis

Name	Amount	%DV	Rank	Interpretation
Total Carbohydrate	5.4 g	1.8%	Bottom 30%	Low
Dietary Fiber	0.9 g	3.6%	Mid 40%	Average
Sugars	0.9 g

Protein Analysis

Name	Amount	%DV	Rank	Interpretation
Protein	9 g	18.1%	Mid 40%	Average

Fat Analysis

Name	Amount	%DV	Rank	Interpretation
Total Fat	17.2 g	26.4%	Top 30%	High
Saturated Fat	9 g	45.2%	Top 30%	High
Total Trans Fatty Acids	0 g


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Nutrition Facts

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 240 Calories from Fat 171

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 19 g 29.2%

Saturated Fat 10 g 50%

Trans Fat 0 g

Cholesterol 105 mg 35%

Sodium 540 mg 22.5%

Total Carbohydrates 6 g 2%

Dietary Fiber 1 g4%

Sugars 1 g

Protein 10 g 20%

Vitamin A Vitamin C

Calcium 4% Iron

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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