Frugal Gourmet's Greek Lamb With Pasta Recipe
Frugal Gourmet's Greek Lamb With Pasta has a very high-calorie, average-carb, very high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Vitamin B12, Riboflavin, Niacin and Folate.
The food contains 32g 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 22.6 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
Not only that, the very high fat content of this product makes it unsuitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. It's high MUFA and average PUFA. It is also ranked in the top 10 percentile in terms of its Monounsaturated Fat content, which are considered among "good fats".
It gives a good yield of Iron at 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. It has a low density of Sodium, thus making it suitable 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 a high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.
It belongs to Greek cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.
Based on the composite nutritive standing Frugal Gourmet's Greek Lamb With Pasta has been given a composite ranking of 62, and in moderation.
Calorie Breakdown
| Calories from Protein | 16% | |
| Calories from Fat | 62% | |
| Calories from Carbs | 22% |
Why this is good for you
- Very high in Protein
- High in Niacin
- Very high in Riboflavin
- High in Iron
- Low in Sodium
- Very high in Vitamin B12
Why this is bad for you
- Very high in Cholesterol
- Very high in Saturated Fat
Vitamin Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 301.1 IU | 6% | Top 30% | High |
| Retinol | 27.8 mcg | |||
| Vitamin C | 3.3 mg | 5.6% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Vitamin D | 0 IU | |||
| Thiamin | 0 mg | |||
| Riboflavin | 0.56 mg | 32.7% | Top 10% | Very High |
| Niacin | 3.3 mg | 16.7% | Top 30% | High |
| Vitamin B6 | 0 mg | |||
| Folate | 66.1 mcg | 16.5% | Top 10% | Very High |
| Folic Acid | 48.3 mcg | |||
| Vitamin B12 | 1.1 mcg | 18.5% | Top 10% | Very High |
| Pantothenic Acid | 0.56 mg | 5.6% | Top 30% | High |
Mineral Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 93.3 mg | 9.3% | Top 30% | High |
| Iron | 2.2 mg | 12.3% | Top 10% | Very High |
| Magnesium | 28.9 mg | 7.2% | Top 30% | High |
| Phosphorus | 184.4 mg | 18.4% | Top 30% | High |
| Potassium | 240.6 mg | 6.9% | Top 30% | High |
| Sodium | 34.8 mg | 1.5% | Bottom 30% | Low |
| Zinc | 2.8 mg | 18.5% | Top 10% | Very High |
| Copper | 0 mg | |||
| Manganese | 0 mg | |||
| Selenium | 12.2 mcg | 17.5% | Top 30% | High |
Carbohydrate Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrate | 17.8 g | 5.9% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.06 g | 0.22% | Bottom 30% | Low |
| Sugars | 0 g |
Protein Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Protein | 12.6 g | 25.1% | Top 30% | High |
| Tryptophan | 0 mg | |||
| Threonine | 0.6 mg | |||
| Isoleucine | 0.6 mg | |||
| Leucine | 0.6 mg | |||
| Lysine | 1.1 mg | |||
| Methionine | 0.6 mg | |||
| Cystine | 0 mg | |||
| Phenylalanine | 0.6 mg | |||
| Tyrosine | 0.6 mg | |||
| Valine | 0.6 mg | |||
| Arginine | 0.6 mg | |||
| Histidine | 0.6 mg | |||
| Alanine | 0.6 mg | |||
| Aspartic Acid | 1.1 mg | |||
| Glutamic Acid | 3.3 mg | |||
| Glycine | 0.6 mg | |||
| Proline | 1.1 mg | |||
| Serine | 0.6 mg |
Fat Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 22 g | 33.8% | Top 30% | High |
| Saturated Fat | 4.7 g | 23.6% | Top 30% | High |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 15 g | |||
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.2 g |
Other Nutrients Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alcohol | 0 g | |||
| Ash | 1.1 g | |||
| Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
| Theobromine | 0 mg |
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Nutrition Facts
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 576 Calories from Fat 356
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 39.6 g 60.9%
Saturated Fat 8.5 g 42.5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 101.4 mg 33.8%
Sodium 62.7 mg 2.6%
Total Carbohydrates 32 g 10.7%
Dietary Fiber 0.1 g0.4%
Sugars 0 g
Protein 22.6 g 45.2%
Vitamin A 10.8% Vitamin C 10%
Calcium 16.8% Iron 22.2%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
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