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Falafel-Stuffed Pitas - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Falafel-Stuffed Pitas Recipe

Falafel-Stuffed Pitas has a high-calorie, high-carb, average-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron.

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 average MUFA and average 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 4.4 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 high density of Sodium, it is unsuitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Falafel-Stuffed Pitas has been given a composite ranking of 69, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein15%
 Calories from Fat28%
 Calories from Carbs58%

Why this is good for you

  • High in Dietary Fiber
  • High in Protein
  • High in Iron

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Sodium

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium188 mg18.8%
Iron4.4 mg24.4%
Sodium901 mg37.5%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate59 g19.7%
Dietary Fiber6.8 g27.2%

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein15 g30%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat12.6 g19.4%
Saturated Fat1.9 g9.5%
Monounsaturated Fat5.6 g
Polyunsaturated Fat3.9 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 403 Calories from Fat 113

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 12.6 g 19.4%

Saturated Fat 1.9 g 9.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 56 mg 18.7%

Sodium 901 mg 37.5%

Total Carbohydrates 59 g 19.7%

Dietary Fiber 6.8 g27.2%

Sugars

Protein 15 g 30%

Vitamin A Vitamin C

Calcium 18.8% Iron 24.4%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Source: http://www.myrecipes.com/recipe/falafel-stuffed-pitas-10000000549983/ Embed Table:

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