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Couscous with Pistachios and Scallions - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Couscous with Pistachios and Scallions Recipe

Couscous with Pistachios and Scallions has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and average-protein content.

The food contains 36g 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 7 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Moreover, the average fat content makes it suitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan.

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 Couscous with Pistachios and Scallions has been given a composite ranking of 69, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein14%
 Calories from Fat15%
 Calories from Carbs71%

Why this is good for you

  • No Cholesterol
  • No Saturated Fat

Why this is bad for you

  • High in Sodium

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A100 IU2%
Vitamin C2.4 mg4%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium40 mg4%
Iron1.1 mg6%
Potassium170 mg4.9%
Sodium490 mg20.4%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate36 g12%
Dietary Fiber3 g12%
Sugars1 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein7 g14%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat3.5 g5.4%
Saturated Fat0 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 200 Calories from Fat 30

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 3.5 g 5.4%

Saturated Fat 0 g

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 490 mg 20.4%

Total Carbohydrates 36 g 12%

Dietary Fiber 3 g12%

Sugars 1 g

Protein 7 g 14%

Vitamin A 2% Vitamin C 4%

Calcium 4% Iron 6%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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