Cooking Light's Creamy Stove-Top Macaroni and Cheese has a average-calorie, high-carb, low-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Thiamin, Niacin and Folate.
The food contains 61.2g 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. With 13.5 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 low fat content of this product makes it suitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. It's low MUFA and low PUFA.
It has a high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a low-sodium diet. Besides other nutrients, it is average in Magnesium, which is an essential micronutrient needed to keep muscle and nerve functioning normal and heart beat rhythmic. It also helps to support a healthy immune system, and keeps bones strong. It is also a very high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.
Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.
Based on the composite nutritive standing Cooking Light's Creamy Stove-Top Macaroni and Cheese has been given a composite ranking of 70, and in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 17% | |
Calories from Fat | 8% | |
Calories from Carbs | 76% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 40 IU | 0.8% | Mid 40% | Average |
Retinol | 9.4 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 0 mg | |||
Vitamin D | 0.56 IU | 0.14% | Mid 40% | Average |
Thiamin | 0.56 mg | 37% | Top 10% | Very High |
Riboflavin | 0 mg | |||
Niacin | 2.8 mg | 13.9% | Top 30% | High |
Vitamin B6 | 0 mg | |||
Folate | 100 mcg | 25% | Top 10% | Very High |
Folic Acid | 88.3 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 0.56 mcg | 9.3% | Top 30% | High |
Pantothenic Acid | 0.56 mg | 5.6% | Top 30% | High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 81.1 mg | 8.1% | Top 30% | High |
Iron | 1.7 mg | 9.3% | Top 30% | High |
Magnesium | 27.8 mg | 6.9% | Top 30% | High |
Phosphorus | 137.8 mg | 13.8% | Top 30% | High |
Potassium | 193.3 mg | 5.5% | Mid 40% | Average |
Sodium | 286.1 mg | 11.9% | Mid 40% | Average |
Zinc | 0.56 mg | 3.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
Copper | 0 mg | |||
Manganese | 0.56 mg | 27.8% | Top 30% | High |
Selenium | 27.2 mcg | 38.9% | Top 10% | Very High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 34 g | 11.3% | Top 30% | High |
Dietary Fiber | 1.3 g | 5.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Starch | 24.4 g | |||
Sugars | 4.1 g | |||
Sucrose | 0 mg | |||
Glucose | 0 mg | |||
Fructose | 0 mg | |||
Lactose | 0 mg | |||
Maltose | 0.6 mg | |||
Galactose | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 7.5 g | 15% | Mid 40% | Average |
Tryptophan | 0 mg | |||
Threonine | 0 mg | |||
Isoleucine | 0.6 mg | |||
Leucine | 0.6 mg | |||
Lysine | 0.6 mg | |||
Methionine | 0 mg | |||
Cystine | 0 mg | |||
Phenylalanine | 0.6 mg | |||
Tyrosine | 0 mg | |||
Valine | 0.6 mg | |||
Arginine | 0 mg | |||
Histidine | 0 mg | |||
Alanine | 0 mg | |||
Aspartic Acid | 0.6 mg | |||
Glutamic Acid | 2.2 mg | |||
Glycine | 0 mg | |||
Proline | 0 mg | |||
Serine | 0.6 mg | |||
Hydroxyproline | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 1.5 g | 2.3% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Saturated Fat | 0.61 g | 3.1% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Monounsaturated Fat | 0.6 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 0 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Alcohol | 0 g | |||
Water | 56.1 g | |||
Ash | 1.7 g | |||
Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
Theobromine | 0 mg |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 328 Calories from Fat 24
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 2.7 g 4.2%
Saturated Fat 1.1 g 5.5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 7.2 mg 2.4%
Sodium 514.9 mg 21.5%
Total Carbohydrates 61.2 g 20.4%
Dietary Fiber 2.4 g9.6%
Sugars 7.3 g
Protein 13.5 g 27%
Vitamin A 1.4% Vitamin C
Calcium 14.6% Iron 16.7%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 170
Protein 5.4 g | Carbs 18.8 g | Fat 8.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 200
Protein 9.6 g | Carbs 22.5 g | Fat 7.8 g
Per Serving | Calories 399
Protein 12.6 g | Carbs 35.7 g | Fat 22.9 g
Per Serving | Calories 442
Protein 17.8 g | Carbs 36.5 g | Fat 24.8 g
Per Serving | Calories 179
Protein 10.4 g | Carbs 21.6 g | Fat 5.6 g
Per Serving | Calories 149
Protein 5.4 g | Carbs 17.5 g | Fat 6.6 g
Per Serving | Calories 81
Protein 6.6 g | Carbs 9.5 g | Fat 2 g
Per Serving | Calories 239
Protein 11 g | Carbs 7.5 g | Fat 18.2 g