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Couscous & Fruit Salad - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Couscous & Fruit Salad Recipe

Couscous & Fruit Salad has a average-calorie, low-carb, high-fat and average-protein content.

The food contains 10g 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 9.1 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. It's high MUFA and average PUFA. In terms of Polyunsaturated Fat content it is ranked in the top 10% of all food items. It is also ranked in the top 10 percentile in terms of its Monounsaturated Fat content, which are considered among "good fats".

It has an average density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet. It is also high in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat.

Ideally consumed as a Breakfast.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Couscous & Fruit Salad has been given a composite ranking of 62, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein11%
 Calories from Fat77%
 Calories from Carbs12%

Why this is good for you

  • No Cholesterol

Why this is bad for you

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A26.2 IU0.5%Mid 40%Average
Retinol0 mcg
Vitamin C6.6 mg10.9%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin D0 IU
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin3.3 mg16.4%Top 30%High
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate41 mcg10.2%Top 30%High
Folic Acid0 mcg
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0 mg

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium191.8 mg19.2%Top 10%Very High
Iron3.3 mg18.2%Top 10%Very High
Magnesium200 mg50%Top 10%Very High
Phosphorus334.4 mg33.4%Top 10%Very High
Potassium536.1 mg15.3%Top 10%Very High
Sodium241 mg10%Mid 40%Average
Zinc1.6 mg10.9%Top 30%High
Copper0 mg
Manganese1.6 mg82%Top 10%Very High
Selenium1.6 mcg2.3%Mid 40%Average

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate16.4 g5.5%Mid 40%Average
Dietary Fiber7.7 g30.8%Top 10%Very High
Sugars4.4 g
Glucose0 mg
Fructose0 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein14.9 g29.8%Top 10%Very High
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0 mg
Isoleucine0 mg
Leucine0 mg
Lysine0 mg
Methionine0 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0 mg
Tyrosine0 mg
Valine0 mg
Arginine1.6 mg
Histidine0 mg
Alanine0 mg
Aspartic Acid1.6 mg
Glutamic Acid3.3 mg
Glycine1.6 mg
Proline0 mg
Serine0 mg
Hydroxyproline0 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat47.9 g73.6%Top 10%Very High
Saturated Fat4.3 g21.3%Mid 40%Average
Monounsaturated Fat31.1 g
Polyunsaturated Fat9.8 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash3.3 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 321 Calories from Fat 262

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 29.2 g 44.9%

Saturated Fat 2.6 g 13%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 147 mg 6.1%

Total Carbohydrates 10 g 3.3%

Dietary Fiber 4.7 g18.8%

Sugars 2.7 g

Protein 9.1 g 18.2%

Vitamin A 0.3% Vitamin C 6.7%

Calcium 11.7% Iron 11.1%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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