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Creamy Spinach Pasta Sauce - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Creamy Spinach Pasta Sauce Recipe

Creamy Spinach Pasta Sauce has a low-calorie, low-carb, low-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium and Vitamin A.

The food contains 6.6g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low 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 6.9 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 low fat content makes it suitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. 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".

While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has an average density of Sodium, it is suitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet. It is also average in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat. It is also an average source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

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

Based on the composite nutritive standing Creamy Spinach Pasta Sauce has been given a composite ranking of 73, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein35%
 Calories from Fat32%
 Calories from Carbs33%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Vitamin A
  • Low in Cholesterol
  • High in Calcium

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A4445 IU88.9%
Vitamin C7.8 mg13%
Vitamin D12.8 IU3.2%
Vitamin E0.08 mg0.27%
Thiamin0.06 mg3.7%
Riboflavin0.21 mg12.2%
Niacin1.7 mg8.6%
Vitamin B60.15 mg7.3%
Folate65.6 mcg16.4%
Vitamin B120.28 mcg4.7%
Pantothenic Acid0.25 mg2.5%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium253 mg25.3%
Iron1.3 mg7.1%
Magnesium49.6 mg12.4%
Phosphorus169 mg16.9%
Potassium349.8 mg10%
Sodium453.1 mg18.9%
Zinc0.96 mg6.4%
Copper0.16 mg7.8%
Manganese0.69 mg34.6%
Selenium5.3 mcg7.6%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate6.6 g2.2%
Dietary Fiber1.8 g7.2%
Sugars2.3 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein6.9 g13.8%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat2.8 g4.3%
Saturated Fat1.8 g9%
Monounsaturated Fat1 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.3 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 74 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 2.8 g 4.3%

Saturated Fat 1.8 g 9%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 8.5 mg 2.8%

Sodium 453.1 mg 18.9%

Total Carbohydrates 6.6 g 2.2%

Dietary Fiber 1.8 g7.2%

Sugars 2.3 g

Protein 6.9 g 13.8%

Vitamin A 88.9% Vitamin C 13%

Calcium 25.3% Iron 7.1%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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