Fava Beans with Pesto and Cavatappi 1 Recipe

Fava Beans with Pesto and Cavatappi 1 has a average-calorie, high-carb, average-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron.

With 17.3 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 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 4.1 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. It has an average density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet.

It belongs to Italian cuisine.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Fava Beans with Pesto and Cavatappi 1 has been given a composite ranking of 66, and in moderation.