Ground Turkey and Eggplant Casserole has a high-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin B6, Vitamin C, Niacin and Folate.
The food contains 39.8g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average in complex carbs and average 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. With 28.9 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.
Because of its high fat content, it could be unsuitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. It's average MUFA and average PUFA.
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 very high density of Sodium, it is unsuitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet. It is also high in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat. It is also a very high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.
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 64, for Ground Turkey and Eggplant Casserole, and we advise that this food in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 26% | |
Calories from Fat | 38% | |
Calories from Carbs | 36% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 0.28 IU | 0.01% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Retinol | 10.4 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 13.5 mg | 22.5% | Top 30% | High |
Vitamin D | 4.8 IU | 1.2% | Mid 40% | Average |
Thiamin | 0 mg | |||
Riboflavin | 0 mg | |||
Niacin | 3.1 mg | 15.5% | Top 30% | High |
Vitamin B6 | 0.28 mg | 14.1% | Top 30% | High |
Folate | 37.5 mcg | 9.4% | Top 30% | High |
Folic Acid | 16.1 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 0.28 mcg | 4.7% | Top 30% | High |
Pantothenic Acid | 0.56 mg | 5.6% | Top 30% | High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 40 mg | 4% | Mid 40% | Average |
Iron | 0.85 mg | 4.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
Magnesium | 23.9 mg | 6% | Mid 40% | Average |
Phosphorus | 115.2 mg | 11.5% | Mid 40% | Average |
Potassium | 0.28 mg | 0.01% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Sodium | 552.1 mg | 23% | Top 30% | High |
Zinc | 1.1 mg | 7.5% | Top 30% | High |
Copper | 0 mg | |||
Manganese | 0.28 mg | 14.1% | Top 30% | High |
Selenium | 12.1 mcg | 17.3% | Top 30% | High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 11.2 g | 3.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
Dietary Fiber | 2.3 g | 9.4% | Top 30% | High |
Sugars | 2.8 g | |||
Glucose | 0.8 mg | |||
Fructose | 0.8 mg | |||
Lactose | 0 mg | |||
Maltose | 0.3 mg | |||
Galactose | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Protein | 8.1 g | 16.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Tryptophan | 0 mg | |||
Threonine | 0.3 mg | |||
Isoleucine | 0.3 mg | |||
Leucine | 0.3 mg | |||
Lysine | 0.6 mg | |||
Methionine | 0.3 mg | |||
Cystine | 0 mg | |||
Phenylalanine | 0.3 mg | |||
Tyrosine | 0.3 mg | |||
Valine | 0.3 mg | |||
Arginine | 0.6 mg | |||
Histidine | 0.3 mg | |||
Alanine | 0.6 mg | |||
Aspartic Acid | 0.8 mg | |||
Glutamic Acid | 1.7 mg | |||
Glycine | 0.3 mg | |||
Proline | 0 mg | |||
Serine | 0.3 mg | |||
Hydroxyproline | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 5.3 g | 8.2% | Mid 40% | Average |
Saturated Fat | 1.3 g | 6.6% | Mid 40% | Average |
Monounsaturated Fat | 2.5 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.1 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Alcohol | 0 g | |||
Ash | 2.3 g | |||
Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
Theobromine | 0 mg |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 439 Calories from Fat 170
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 18.9 g 29.1%
Saturated Fat 4.7 g 23.5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 95.1 mg 31.7%
Sodium 1960 mg 81.7%
Total Carbohydrates 39.8 g 13.3%
Dietary Fiber 8.3 g33.2%
Sugars 10 g
Protein 28.9 g 57.8%
Vitamin A 0% Vitamin C 80%
Calcium 14.2% Iron 16.7%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 155
Protein 11.8 g | Carbs 17.4 g | Fat 4.5 g
Per Serving | Calories 116
Protein 8.9 g | Carbs 14.2 g | Fat 2.8 g
Per Serving | Calories 90
Protein 7.7 g | Carbs 6.3 g | Fat 3.8 g
Per Serving | Calories 135
Protein 12.3 g | Carbs 9.7 g | Fat 5.3 g
Per Serving | Calories 179
Protein 9 g | Carbs 29.9 g | Fat 2.6 g
Per Serving | Calories 148
Protein 8.4 g | Carbs 22.3 g | Fat 3 g
Per Serving | Calories 120
Protein 8.6 g | Carbs 9 g | Fat 6.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 135
Protein 9.4 g | Carbs 7.2 g | Fat 8.2 g