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Ginger Tofu - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Ginger Tofu Recipe

Ginger Tofu has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Vitamin A and Vitamin C.

The food contains 20.6g 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 18.7 gms of protein, it is high 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 low 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 is also rich in Vitamin C, whose benefits include, but are not limited to protection against immune system deficiencies, cardiovascular disease, prenatal health problems, eye disease, and even skin wrinkling.

It has a high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a low-sodium diet. It is also average in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat. It is also a high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 92, for Ginger Tofu, and we advise that this food on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein33%
 Calories from Fat30%
 Calories from Carbs37%

Why this is good for you

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

Why this is bad for you

  • High in Sodium

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A6605 IU132.1%
Vitamin C17.2 mg28.6%
Vitamin D0 IU
Vitamin E0.2 mg0.67%
Thiamin0.16 mg10.8%
Riboflavin0.12 mg7.2%
Niacin1.1 mg5.4%
Vitamin B60.15 mg7.3%
Folate35.2 mcg8.8%
Vitamin B120.12 mcg2%
Pantothenic Acid0.31 mg3.1%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium572 mg57.2%
Iron2.4 mg13.4%
Magnesium54.4 mg13.6%
Phosphorus177 mg17.7%
Potassium357.1 mg10.2%
Sodium573 mg23.9%
Zinc1.4 mg9.4%
Copper0.34 mg17.2%
Manganese1 mg51.8%
Selenium15.5 mcg22.1%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate20.6 g6.9%
Dietary Fiber7.3 g29.2%
Sugars2 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein18.7 g37.4%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat7.6 g11.7%
Saturated Fat1 g5%
Monounsaturated Fat1.6 g
Polyunsaturated Fat4 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 213 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 7.6 g 11.7%

Saturated Fat 1 g 5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 573 mg 23.9%

Total Carbohydrates 20.6 g 6.9%

Dietary Fiber 7.3 g29.2%

Sugars 2 g

Protein 18.7 g 37.4%

Vitamin A 132.1% Vitamin C 28.6%

Calcium 57.2% Iron 13.4%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Source: http://recipes.sparkpeople.com/recipe-calories.asp?recipe=394099 Embed Table:

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