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Heart Healthy Spanish Rice - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Heart Healthy Spanish Rice Recipe

Heart Healthy Spanish Rice has a average-calorie, average-carb, low-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin C.

The food contains 22.4g 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 low sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 2.8 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

However, the low fat content makes it suitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. 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 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.

It has an average density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet. It is also average in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat.

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

Based on the composite nutritive standing Heart Healthy Spanish Rice has been given a composite ranking of 86, and on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein10%
 Calories from Fat6%
 Calories from Carbs84%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • No Cholesterol
  • Very low in Saturated Fat

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A665 IU13.3%
Vitamin C24.2 mg40.4%
Vitamin D2.4 IU0.6%
Vitamin E0.2 mg0.67%
Thiamin0.1 mg6.4%
Riboflavin0.04 mg2.1%
Niacin1.2 mg5.8%
Vitamin B60.2 mg10.1%
Folate12.4 mcg3.1%
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.35 mg3.5%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium39 mg3.9%
Iron1 mg5.6%
Magnesium34.8 mg8.7%
Phosphorus67 mg6.7%
Potassium149.8 mg4.3%
Sodium134.8 mg5.6%
Zinc0.51 mg3.4%
Copper0.09 mg4.7%
Manganese0.79 mg39.4%
Selenium0.49 mcg0.7%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate22.4 g7.5%
Dietary Fiber2.7 g10.8%
Sugars2.6 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein2.8 g5.6%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat0.7 g1.1%
Saturated Fat0.1 g0.5%
Monounsaturated Fat0.2 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.3 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 106 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 0.7 g 1.1%

Saturated Fat 0.1 g 0.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 134.8 mg 5.6%

Total Carbohydrates 22.4 g 7.5%

Dietary Fiber 2.7 g10.8%

Sugars 2.6 g

Protein 2.8 g 5.6%

Vitamin A 13.3% Vitamin C 40.4%

Calcium 3.9% Iron 5.6%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Source: http://recipes.sparkpeople.com/recipe-calories.asp?recipe=1574554 Embed Table:

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