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Gluten-Free Tuna Melt - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Gluten-Free Tuna Melt Recipe

Gluten-Free Tuna Melt has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium.

The food contains 17g 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 27.1 gms of protein, it is very 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 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".

While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has an average density of Sodium, it is suitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet. It is also an average source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Gluten-Free Tuna Melt has been given a composite ranking of 34, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein42%
 Calories from Fat31%
 Calories from Carbs27%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • High in Calcium

Why this is bad for you

  • High in Cholesterol
  • High in Saturated Fat

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A240 IU4.8%
Vitamin C0 mg
Vitamin D12.4 IU3.1%
Vitamin E0.14 mg0.47%
Thiamin0.01 mg0.4%
Riboflavin0.1 mg6.1%
Niacin0.02 mg0.1%
Vitamin B60.02 mg1.2%
Folate1.6 mcg0.4%
Vitamin B120.47 mcg7.9%
Pantothenic Acid0.12 mg1.2%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium272 mg27.2%
Iron0.41 mg2.3%
Magnesium10.4 mg2.6%
Phosphorus172 mg17.2%
Potassium96.5 mg2.8%
Sodium378.7 mg15.8%
Zinc1.1 mg7.4%
Copper0.01 mg0.5%
Manganese0.01 mg0.3%
Selenium3.6 mcg5.1%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate17 g5.7%
Dietary Fiber1 g4%
Sugars0 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein27.1 g54.2%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat8.8 g13.5%
Saturated Fat5 g25%
Monounsaturated Fat2.1 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.3 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 257 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 8.8 g 13.5%

Saturated Fat 5 g 25%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 61.1 mg 20.4%

Sodium 378.7 mg 15.8%

Total Carbohydrates 17 g 5.7%

Dietary Fiber 1 g4%

Sugars 0 g

Protein 27.1 g 54.2%

Vitamin A 4.8% Vitamin C

Calcium 27.2% Iron 2.3%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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