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Creamy Polenta with Parmesan - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Creamy Polenta with Parmesan Recipe

Creamy Polenta with Parmesan has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium.

The food contains 39g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average in complex carbs and average 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 average sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 14 gms of protein, it is high 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. A quick glance at the fat profile reveals that it is average 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 high density of Sodium, it is unsuitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet.

It belongs to Italian cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Creamy Polenta with Parmesan has been given a composite ranking of 57, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein20%
 Calories from Fat25%
 Calories from Carbs55%

Why this is good for you

  • High in Protein
  • High in Calcium

Why this is bad for you

  • High in Sodium

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A200 IU4%
Vitamin C1.2 mg2%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium300 mg30%
Iron1.8 mg10%
Potassium390 mg11.1%
Sodium680 mg28.3%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate39 g13%
Dietary Fiber2 g8%
Sugars6 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein14 g28%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat8 g12.3%
Saturated Fat3 g15%
Total Trans Fatty Acids0 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 280 Calories from Fat 70

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 8 g 12.3%

Saturated Fat 3 g 15%

Trans Fat 0 g

Cholesterol 20 mg 6.7%

Sodium 680 mg 28.3%

Total Carbohydrates 39 g 13%

Dietary Fiber 2 g8%

Sugars 6 g

Protein 14 g 28%

Vitamin A 4% Vitamin C 2%

Calcium 30% Iron 10%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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