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Curried Chickpeas with Cousous - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Curried Chickpeas with Cousous Recipe

Curried Chickpeas with Cousous has a high-calorie, high-carb, average-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Vitamin A, Vitamin B6, Vitamin C and Folate.

The food contains 69.5g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is high 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 low sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 15 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Because of its average fat content, it could be suitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. 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".

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 gives a good yield of Iron at 5.2 gms/ serving, and should be included in an Iron rich diet. Iron is essential to help carry oxygen from the lungs to the muscles and other organs, and is especially helpful for pregnant women. While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has a low density of Sodium, it is suitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet. Besides other nutrients, it is high 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.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Curried Chickpeas with Cousous has been given a composite ranking of 85, and on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein14%
 Calories from Fat19%
 Calories from Carbs67%

Why this is good for you

  • High in Protein
  • Very high in Vitamin B6
  • Very high in Vitamin A
  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • No Cholesterol
  • Very high in Dietary Fiber

Why this is bad for you

  • High in Saturated Fat

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A4435 IU88.7%
Vitamin C46.5 mg77.5%
Vitamin D0 IU
Vitamin E0.26 mg0.87%
Thiamin0.25 mg16.4%
Riboflavin0.18 mg10.3%
Niacin2.5 mg12.4%
Vitamin B61.1 mg53.3%
Folate183.6 mcg45.9%
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid1.4 mg14%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium122 mg12.2%
Iron5.2 mg28.9%
Magnesium94.8 mg23.7%
Phosphorus261 mg26.1%
Potassium802.2 mg22.9%
Sodium14 mg0.6%
Zinc2.7 mg17.7%
Copper0.49 mg24.3%
Manganese1.7 mg82.7%
Selenium30.2 mcg43.1%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate69.5 g23.2%
Dietary Fiber12.7 g50.8%
Sugars3.1 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein15 g30%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat8.6 g13.2%
Saturated Fat5.7 g28.5%
Monounsaturated Fat0.8 g
Polyunsaturated Fat1.1 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 404 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 8.6 g 13.2%

Saturated Fat 5.7 g 28.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 14 mg 0.6%

Total Carbohydrates 69.5 g 23.2%

Dietary Fiber 12.7 g50.8%

Sugars 3.1 g

Protein 15 g 30%

Vitamin A 88.7% Vitamin C 77.5%

Calcium 12.2% Iron 28.9%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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