Cook the Book: Spinach Pie Quesadilla has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Iron, Vitamin A and Vitamin C.
The food contains 38g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average 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. Its sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 13 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. A quick glance at the fat profile reveals that it is high in saturated fats and low in trans 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 gives a good yield of Iron at 6.3 gms/ serving, and should be included in an Iron rich diet. Iron is essential to help carry oxygen from the lungs to the muscles and other organs, and is especially helpful for pregnant women. It has a high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a low-sodium diet.
It belongs to Mexican cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.
Based on the composite nutritive standing Cook the Book: Spinach Pie Quesadilla has been given a composite ranking of 65, and in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 17% | |
Calories from Fat | 35% | |
Calories from Carbs | 49% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 250 mg | 25% | ||
Iron | 6.3 mg | 35% | ||
Potassium | 570 mg | 16.3% | ||
Sodium | 1180 mg | 49.2% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 38 g | 12.7% | ||
Dietary Fiber | 6 g | 24% | ||
Sugars | 4 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 13 g | 26% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 12 g | 18.5% | ||
Saturated Fat | 4.5 g | 22.5% | ||
Total Trans Fatty Acids | 0 g |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 310 Calories from Fat 110
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 12 g 18.5%
Saturated Fat 4.5 g 22.5%
Trans Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 15 mg 5%
Sodium 1180 mg 49.2%
Total Carbohydrates 38 g 12.7%
Dietary Fiber 6 g24%
Sugars 4 g
Protein 13 g 26%
Vitamin A 70% Vitamin C 30%
Calcium 25% Iron 35%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 80
Protein 5 g | Carbs 12 g | Fat 2 g
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Protein 14.2 g | Carbs 12.9 g | Fat 18.7 g
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Protein 10.7 g | Carbs 18.1 g | Fat 12.9 g
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Protein 23 g | Carbs 14 g | Fat 4.5 g
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Protein 11 g | Carbs 9 g | Fat 6 g
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Protein 26 g | Carbs 31 g | Fat 26 g