Creamy Cajun Shrimp Linguine Recipe

Creamy Cajun Shrimp Linguine has a high-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron.

With 27.4 gms of protein, it is very 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. It's low MUFA and low PUFA. In terms of Polyunsaturated Fat content it is ranked in the bottom 20% of all food items. It is also ranked in the bottom 20 percentile in terms of its Monounsaturated Fat content, which are considered among "good fats".

It gives a good yield of Iron at 4.1 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 Cajun cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Creamy Cajun Shrimp Linguine has been given a composite ranking of 13, and sparingly.