Curried Quinoa with Peas and Cashews has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Vitamin A and Riboflavin.
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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 gives a good yield of Iron at 4.05 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 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.
Based on the composite nutritive standing Curried Quinoa with Peas and Cashews has been given a composite ranking of 84, and on a regular basis.
Calories from Protein | 12% | |
Calories from Fat | 32% | |
Calories from Carbs | 56% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 6885 IU | 137.7% | ||
Vitamin C | 11 mg | 18.4% | ||
Vitamin D | 0 IU | |||
Vitamin E | 1.1 mg | 3.7% | ||
Thiamin | 0.09 mg | 6.2% | ||
Riboflavin | 1 mg | 59.8% | ||
Niacin | 0.68 mg | 3.4% | ||
Vitamin B6 | 0.1 mg | 4.9% | ||
Folate | 28 mcg | 7% | ||
Vitamin B12 | 0 mcg | |||
Pantothenic Acid | 0.11 mg | 1.1% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 36 mg | 3.6% | ||
Iron | 4.1 mg | 22.5% | ||
Magnesium | 20.8 mg | 5.2% | ||
Phosphorus | 308 mg | 30.8% | ||
Potassium | 258 mg | 7.4% | ||
Sodium | 473.7 mg | 19.7% | ||
Zinc | 0.36 mg | 2.4% | ||
Copper | 0.09 mg | 4.7% | ||
Manganese | 0.24 mg | 12.2% | ||
Selenium | 0.77 mcg | 1.1% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 48 g | 16% | ||
Dietary Fiber | 6 g | 24% | ||
Sugars | 8.6 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 10.4 g | 20.8% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 12.4 g | 19.1% | ||
Saturated Fat | 1 g | 5% | ||
Monounsaturated Fat | 2.8 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.5 g |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 338 Calories from Fat 0
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 12.4 g 19.1%
Saturated Fat 1 g 5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 0 mg
Sodium 473.7 mg 19.7%
Total Carbohydrates 48 g 16%
Dietary Fiber 6 g24%
Sugars 8.6 g
Protein 10.4 g 20.8%
Vitamin A 137.7% Vitamin C 18.4%
Calcium 3.6% Iron 22.5%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 415
Protein 12.9 g | Carbs 67.1 g | Fat 11.8 g
Per Serving | Calories 250
Protein 6.3 g | Carbs 34.7 g | Fat 10.4 g
Per Serving | Calories 601
Protein 16.9 g | Carbs 78.3 g | Fat 25.6 g
Per Serving | Calories 269
Protein 11.6 g | Carbs 40.9 g | Fat 11.7 g
Per Serving | Calories 236
Protein 7.9 g | Carbs 30 g | Fat 10.7 g
Per Serving | Calories 101
Protein 6.6 g | Carbs 20.3 g | Fat 0.4 g
Per Serving | Calories 262
Protein 7.3 g | Carbs 45.9 g | Fat 6.6 g
Per Serving | Calories 230
Protein 8.5 g | Carbs 47.5 g | Fat 1.5 g