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Easy Mexican Rice- with brown rice - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Easy Mexican Rice- with brown rice Recipe

Easy Mexican Rice- with brown rice has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and average-protein content.

The food contains 23.7g 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 low sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 3.5 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. 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 has a high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a 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 an average source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

It belongs to Mexican cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Easy Mexican Rice- with brown rice has been given a composite ranking of 72, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein8%
 Calories from Fat39%
 Calories from Carbs53%

Why this is good for you

  • Very low in Cholesterol
  • Low in Saturated Fat

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Sodium

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A215 IU4.3%
Vitamin C5 mg8.3%
Vitamin D0 IU
Vitamin E2.5 mg8.2%
Thiamin0.1 mg6.4%
Riboflavin0.08 mg4.5%
Niacin2.1 mg10.7%
Vitamin B60.2 mg10.2%
Folate9.2 mcg2.3%
Vitamin B120.15 mcg2.5%
Pantothenic Acid0.5 mg5%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium22 mg2.2%
Iron1.1 mg6%
Magnesium42.4 mg10.6%
Phosphorus88 mg8.8%
Potassium265.7 mg7.6%
Sodium925 mg38.5%
Zinc0.63 mg4.2%
Copper0.16 mg8.2%
Manganese0.77 mg38.7%
Selenium9.2 mcg13.2%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate23.7 g7.9%
Dietary Fiber2.5 g10%
Sugars2.8 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein3.5 g7%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat7.8 g12%
Saturated Fat0.7 g3.5%
Monounsaturated Fat4.4 g
Polyunsaturated Fat2.4 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 176 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 7.8 g 12%

Saturated Fat 0.7 g 3.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 3.1 mg 1%

Sodium 925 mg 38.5%

Total Carbohydrates 23.7 g 7.9%

Dietary Fiber 2.5 g10%

Sugars 2.8 g

Protein 3.5 g 7%

Vitamin A 4.3% Vitamin C 8.3%

Calcium 2.2% Iron 6%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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