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Couscous with Red Onion and Chives - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Couscous with Red Onion and Chives Recipe

Couscous with Red Onion and Chives has a average-calorie, average-carb, low-fat and average-protein content.

The food contains 28g 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 4 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Because of its low fat content, it could be suitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. A quick glance at the fat profile reveals that it is low in saturated fats and low in trans fats.

While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has a low density of Sodium, it is suitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet.

Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Couscous with Red Onion and Chives has been given a composite ranking of 79, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein11%
 Calories from Fat12%
 Calories from Carbs77%

Why this is good for you

  • No Cholesterol
  • No Saturated Fat
  • Very low in Sodium

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A200 IU4%
Vitamin C6 mg10%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium40 mg4%
Iron0.36 mg2%
Potassium140 mg4%
Sodium10 mg0.4%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate28 g9.3%
Dietary Fiber3 g12%
Sugars3 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein4 g8%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat2 g3.1%
Saturated Fat0 g
Total Trans Fatty Acids0 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 150 Calories from Fat 20

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 2 g 3.1%

Saturated Fat 0 g

Trans Fat 0 g

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 10 mg 0.4%

Total Carbohydrates 28 g 9.3%

Dietary Fiber 3 g12%

Sugars 3 g

Protein 4 g 8%

Vitamin A 4% Vitamin C 10%

Calcium 4% Iron 2%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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