Grilled Tandoori Chicken with Cucumber-Yogurt Sauce Recipe
Grilled Tandoori Chicken with Cucumber-Yogurt Sauce has a average-calorie, low-carb, low-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin B6 and Niacin.
The food contains 5.7g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low 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 22.8 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".
It has a low density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a 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 Punjabi 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 52, for Grilled Tandoori Chicken with Cucumber-Yogurt Sauce, and we advise that this food in moderation.
Calorie Breakdown
| Calories from Protein | 74% | |
| Calories from Fat | 8% | |
| Calories from Carbs | 18% |
Why this is good for you
- Very high in Protein
- High in Vitamin B6
- Very high in Niacin
- Very low in Saturated Fat
- Low in Sodium
Why this is bad for you
Vitamin Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 125 IU | 2.5% | ||
| Vitamin C | 3.5 mg | 5.9% | ||
| Vitamin D | 3.2 IU | 0.8% | ||
| Vitamin E | 0.14 mg | 0.47% | ||
| Thiamin | 0.07 mg | 4.4% | ||
| Riboflavin | 0.09 mg | 5.1% | ||
| Niacin | 9.6 mg | 47.9% | ||
| Vitamin B6 | 0.48 mg | 23.9% | ||
| Folate | 9.2 mcg | 2.3% | ||
| Vitamin B12 | 0.32 mcg | 5.4% | ||
| Pantothenic Acid | 0.72 mg | 7.2% |
Mineral Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 113 mg | 11.3% | ||
| Iron | 0.74 mg | 4.1% | ||
| Magnesium | 26.4 mg | 6.6% | ||
| Phosphorus | 172 mg | 17.2% | ||
| Potassium | 264.9 mg | 7.6% | ||
| Sodium | 118.4 mg | 4.9% | ||
| Zinc | 0.74 mg | 4.9% | ||
| Copper | 0.04 mg | 2.2% | ||
| Manganese | 0.04 mg | 1.8% | ||
| Selenium | 15.2 mcg | 21.7% |
Carbohydrate Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrate | 5.7 g | 1.9% | ||
| Dietary Fiber | 0.3 g | 1.2% | ||
| Sugars | 4.3 g |
Protein Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Protein | 22.8 g | 45.6% |
Fat Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 1.1 g | 1.7% | ||
| Saturated Fat | 0.3 g | 1.5% | ||
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | |||
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g |
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Nutrition Facts
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 135 Calories from Fat 0
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 1.1 g 1.7%
Saturated Fat 0.3 g 1.5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 50.6 mg 16.9%
Sodium 118.4 mg 4.9%
Total Carbohydrates 5.7 g 1.9%
Dietary Fiber 0.3 g1.2%
Sugars 4.3 g
Protein 22.8 g 45.6%
Vitamin A 2.5% Vitamin C 5.9%
Calcium 11.3% Iron 4.1%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
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