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Greek Pasta Toss - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Greek Pasta Toss Recipe

Greek Pasta Toss has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin A and Vitamin C.

The food contains 34.8g 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 12.7 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 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 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.

While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has a high density of Sodium, it is unsuitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet.

It belongs to Greek cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Greek Pasta Toss has been given a composite ranking of 77, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein19%
 Calories from Fat29%
 Calories from Carbs52%

Why this is good for you

  • High in Protein
  • High in Vitamin A
  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • Very low in Cholesterol
  • High in Dietary Fiber

Why this is bad for you

  • High in Sodium

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A1440 IU28.8%
Vitamin C77.3 mg128.9%
Vitamin D0 IU
Vitamin E1.1 mg3.7%
Thiamin0.05 mg3.3%
Riboflavin0.09 mg5%
Niacin2.1 mg10.4%
Vitamin B60.14 mg6.8%
Folate18.4 mcg4.6%
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.18 mg1.8%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium97 mg9.7%
Iron2.9 mg16.1%
Magnesium11.2 mg2.8%
Phosphorus25 mg2.5%
Potassium195.7 mg5.6%
Sodium575 mg24%
Zinc0.17 mg1.1%
Copper0.11 mg5.5%
Manganese0.12 mg6.2%
Selenium0.63 mcg0.9%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate34.8 g11.6%
Dietary Fiber6.9 g27.6%
Sugars0.8 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein12.7 g25.4%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat8.8 g13.5%
Saturated Fat2.6 g13%
Monounsaturated Fat3.6 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.5 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 270 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 8.8 g 13.5%

Saturated Fat 2.6 g 13%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 7.5 mg 2.5%

Sodium 575 mg 24%

Total Carbohydrates 34.8 g 11.6%

Dietary Fiber 6.9 g27.6%

Sugars 0.8 g

Protein 12.7 g 25.4%

Vitamin A 28.8% Vitamin C 128.9%

Calcium 9.7% Iron 16.1%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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