Greek Couscous 2 has a high-calorie, high-carb, average-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron.
With 13.9 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
However, the average fat content makes it suitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. 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 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 high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a low-sodium diet.
It belongs to Greek cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.
Based on the composite nutritive standing Greek Couscous 2 has been given a composite ranking of 75, and in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 15% | |
Calories from Fat | 28% | |
Calories from Carbs | 57% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 54 g | 18% | ||
Dietary Fiber | 5.8 g | 23.2% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 13.9 g | 27.8% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 11.9 g | 18.3% | ||
Saturated Fat | 3.1 g | 15.5% | ||
Monounsaturated Fat | 6.1 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.8 g |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 365 Calories from Fat 106
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 11.9 g 18.3%
Saturated Fat 3.1 g 15.5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 11 mg 3.7%
Sodium 580 mg 24.2%
Total Carbohydrates 54 g 18%
Dietary Fiber 5.8 g23.2%
Sugars
Protein 13.9 g 27.8%
Vitamin A Vitamin C
Calcium 12.9% Iron 22.2%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 91
Protein 3.8 g | Carbs 10.9 g | Fat 4 g
Per Serving | Calories 162
Protein 6.3 g | Carbs 24.7 g | Fat 4 g
Per 100g | Calories 230
Protein 4 g | Carbs 14 g | Fat 18 g
Per 100g | Calories 280
Protein 16 g | Carbs 42 g | Fat 6 g
Per Serving | Calories 465
Protein 38.5 g | Carbs 66 g | Fat 5 g
Per Serving | Calories 375
Protein 29.4 g | Carbs 46 g | Fat 7.7 g
Per Serving | Calories 450
Protein 35 g | Carbs 1.5 g | Fat 33 g
Per Serving | Calories 242
Protein 11.1 g | Carbs 43.2 g | Fat 4.5 g