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Cucumber-Bell Pepper Quinoa - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Cucumber-Bell Pepper Quinoa Recipe

Cucumber-Bell Pepper Quinoa has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and average-protein content.

The food contains 38g 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 8 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 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.

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

Based on the composite nutritive standing Cucumber-Bell Pepper Quinoa has been given a composite ranking of 72, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein13%
 Calories from Fat23%
 Calories from Carbs64%

Why this is good for you

  • No Cholesterol
  • Low in Saturated Fat

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A300 IU6%
Vitamin C12 mg20%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium40 mg4%
Iron2.7 mg15%
Potassium370 mg10.6%
Sodium430 mg17.9%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate38 g12.7%
Dietary Fiber4 g16%
Sugars1 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein8 g16%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat6 g9.2%
Saturated Fat1 g5%
Total Trans Fatty Acids0 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 240 Calories from Fat 50

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 6 g 9.2%

Saturated Fat 1 g 5%

Trans Fat 0 g

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 430 mg 17.9%

Total Carbohydrates 38 g 12.7%

Dietary Fiber 4 g16%

Sugars 1 g

Protein 8 g 16%

Vitamin A 6% Vitamin C 20%

Calcium 4% Iron 15%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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