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Cucumber , Tomato Alfalfa Sandwich - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Cucumber, Tomato, Alfalfa Sandwich Recipe

Cucumber, Tomato, Alfalfa Sandwich has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin B6, Vitamin C, Thiamin and Folate.

The food contains 37.2g 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 8.4 gms of protein, it is average 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 average 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 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.

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. Besides other nutrients, it is average in Magnesium, which is an essential micronutrient needed to keep muscle and nerve functioning normal and heart beat rhythmic. It also helps to support a healthy immune system, and keeps bones strong. It is also a high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 90, for Cucumber, Tomato, Alfalfa Sandwich, and we advise that this food on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein12%
 Calories from Fat36%
 Calories from Carbs52%

Why this is good for you

  • High in Vitamin B6
  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • High in Thiamin
  • No Cholesterol
  • Very high in Dietary Fiber
  • Very high in Folate

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A450 IU9%
Vitamin C20.2 mg33.7%
Vitamin D0 IU
Vitamin E1.4 mg4.7%
Thiamin0.34 mg22.7%
Riboflavin0.34 mg19.8%
Niacin3.8 mg19.1%
Vitamin B60.47 mg23.7%
Folate147.2 mcg36.8%
Vitamin B120.04 mcg0.6%
Pantothenic Acid1.6 mg15.9%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium85 mg8.5%
Iron2.8 mg15.7%
Magnesium69.2 mg17.3%
Phosphorus178 mg17.8%
Potassium703.9 mg20.1%
Sodium265.6 mg11.1%
Zinc1.5 mg10%
Copper0.39 mg19.3%
Manganese1.1 mg53.2%
Selenium16.2 mcg23.1%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate37.2 g12.4%
Dietary Fiber9.5 g38%
Sugars6.8 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein8.4 g16.8%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat11.3 g17.4%
Saturated Fat1.7 g8.5%
Monounsaturated Fat6.5 g
Polyunsaturated Fat1.7 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 266 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 11.3 g 17.4%

Saturated Fat 1.7 g 8.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 265.6 mg 11.1%

Total Carbohydrates 37.2 g 12.4%

Dietary Fiber 9.5 g38%

Sugars 6.8 g

Protein 8.4 g 16.8%

Vitamin A 9% Vitamin C 33.7%

Calcium 8.5% Iron 15.7%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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