Greek Macaroni & Tuna Recipe
Greek Macaroni & Tuna has a average-calorie, average-carb, low-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Thiamin and Folate.
The food contains 41.6g 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 sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 14.3 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 low fat content, it could be suitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. 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. 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.
Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 70, for Greek Macaroni & Tuna, and we advise that this food in moderation.
Calorie Breakdown
| Calories from Protein | 23% | |
| Calories from Fat | 10% | |
| Calories from Carbs | 67% |
Why this is good for you
- High in Protein
- Very high in Thiamin
- Very low in Saturated Fat
- Very high in Folate
Why this is bad for you
Vitamin Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 45 IU | 0.9% | ||
| Vitamin C | 0.54 mg | 0.9% | ||
| Vitamin D | 0 IU | |||
| Vitamin E | 0.08 mg | 0.27% | ||
| Thiamin | 0.53 mg | 35% | ||
| Riboflavin | 0.22 mg | 13.2% | ||
| Niacin | 3.9 mg | 19.7% | ||
| Vitamin B6 | 0.04 mg | 1.9% | ||
| Folate | 121.2 mcg | 30.3% | ||
| Vitamin B12 | 0 mcg | |||
| Pantothenic Acid | 0.23 mg | 2.3% |
Mineral Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 19 mg | 1.9% | ||
| Iron | 2 mg | 11.3% | ||
| Magnesium | 25.2 mg | 6.3% | ||
| Phosphorus | 79 mg | 7.9% | ||
| Potassium | 85.1 mg | 2.4% | ||
| Sodium | 203.3 mg | 8.5% | ||
| Zinc | 0.65 mg | 4.3% | ||
| Copper | 0.15 mg | 7.5% | ||
| Manganese | 0.38 mg | 18.8% | ||
| Selenium | 32.7 mcg | 46.7% |
Carbohydrate Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrate | 41.6 g | 13.9% | ||
| Dietary Fiber | 2.2 g | 8.8% | ||
| Sugars | 1.4 g |
Protein Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Protein | 14.3 g | 28.6% |
Fat Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 2.8 g | 4.3% | ||
| Saturated Fat | 0.5 g | 2.5% | ||
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | |||
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g |
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Nutrition Facts
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 254 Calories from Fat 0
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 2.8 g 4.3%
Saturated Fat 0.5 g 2.5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 20 mg 6.7%
Sodium 203.3 mg 8.5%
Total Carbohydrates 41.6 g 13.9%
Dietary Fiber 2.2 g8.8%
Sugars 1.4 g
Protein 14.3 g 28.6%
Vitamin A 0.9% Vitamin C 0.9%
Calcium 1.9% Iron 11.3%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
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