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Curried Quinoa with Peas and Cashews - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Curried Quinoa with Peas and Cashews Recipe

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.

The food contains 48g 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. It contains a low amount of carbohydrates, making it suitable for some of the low-carb diets. Its average sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is often undesirable a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 10.4 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 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.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein12%
 Calories from Fat32%
 Calories from Carbs56%

Why this is good for you

  • High in Protein
  • Very high in Vitamin A
  • Very high in Riboflavin
  • No Cholesterol
  • Low in Saturated Fat
  • High in Dietary Fiber

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A6885 IU137.7%
Vitamin C11 mg18.4%
Vitamin D0 IU
Vitamin E1.1 mg3.7%
Thiamin0.09 mg6.2%
Riboflavin1 mg59.8%
Niacin0.68 mg3.4%
Vitamin B60.1 mg4.9%
Folate28 mcg7%
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.11 mg1.1%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium36 mg3.6%
Iron4.1 mg22.5%
Magnesium20.8 mg5.2%
Phosphorus308 mg30.8%
Potassium258 mg7.4%
Sodium473.7 mg19.7%
Zinc0.36 mg2.4%
Copper0.09 mg4.7%
Manganese0.24 mg12.2%
Selenium0.77 mcg1.1%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate48 g16%
Dietary Fiber6 g24%
Sugars8.6 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein10.4 g20.8%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat12.4 g19.1%
Saturated Fat1 g5%
Monounsaturated Fat2.8 g
Polyunsaturated Fat1.5 g

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Nutrition Facts

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

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