Notice: Memcache::connect(): Server 127.0.0.1 (tcp 11221, udp 0) failed with: Connection refused (111) in /home/nr/nutritionrank.com/html/sites/all/modules/contrib/memcache/dmemcache.inc on line 351

Warning: Memcache::connect(): Can't connect to 127.0.0.1:11221, Connection refused (111) in /home/nr/nutritionrank.com/html/sites/all/modules/contrib/memcache/dmemcache.inc on line 351

Notice: Memcache::connect(): Server 127.0.0.1 (tcp 11221, udp 0) failed with: Connection refused (111) in /home/nr/nutritionrank.com/html/sites/all/modules/contrib/memcache/dmemcache.inc on line 351

Warning: Memcache::connect(): Can't connect to 127.0.0.1:11221, Connection refused (111) in /home/nr/nutritionrank.com/html/sites/all/modules/contrib/memcache/dmemcache.inc on line 351
Creamy Cheese Grits with Chilies - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
37

Creamy Cheese Grits with Chilies Recipe

Creamy Cheese Grits with Chilies has a average-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium and Vitamin C.

The food contains 24g 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 11 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 high fat content of this product makes it unsuitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight.

It is also rich in Vitamin C, whose benefits include, but are not limited to protection against immune system deficiencies, cardiovascular disease, prenatal health problems, eye disease, and even skin wrinkling.

It has an average density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet.

Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 37, for Creamy Cheese Grits with Chilies, and we advise that this food in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein17%
 Calories from Fat47%
 Calories from Carbs36%

Why this is good for you

  • High in Protein
  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • High in Calcium

Why this is bad for you

  • High in Cholesterol
  • Very high in Saturated Fat

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A750 IU15%
Vitamin C27 mg45%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium250 mg25%
Iron1.8 mg10%
Potassium180 mg5.1%
Sodium290 mg12.1%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate24 g8%
Dietary Fiber2 g8%
Sugars2 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein11 g22%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat14 g21.5%
Saturated Fat8 g40%

Popular Questions Asked

Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 270 Calories from Fat 130

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 14 g 21.5%

Saturated Fat 8 g 40%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 65 mg 21.7%

Sodium 290 mg 12.1%

Total Carbohydrates 24 g 8%

Dietary Fiber 2 g8%

Sugars 2 g

Protein 11 g 22%

Vitamin A 15% Vitamin C 45%

Calcium 25% Iron 10%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Source: http://thepioneerwoman.com/cooking/2010/10/creamy-cheese-grits-with-chilies/ Embed Table:

Related Searches

35

Cream Cheese Kolacky

Per Serving | Calories 60
Protein 0 g | Carbs 5 g | Fat 4 g

13

Smoked-Salmon and Cream Cheese..

Per Serving | Calories 110
Protein 6 g | Carbs 2 g | Fat 9 g

26

Cream Cheese Hamantaschen

Per Serving | Calories 100
Protein 1 g | Carbs 10 g | Fat 6 g

23

Bacon-Olive Cream Cheese

Per Serving | Calories 540
Protein 11 g | Carbs 5 g | Fat 53 g