(Hidden Veggie) Mac & Cheese Recipe
(Hidden Veggie) Mac & Cheese has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Vitamin A, Thiamin, Riboflavin and Folate.
The food contains 44.2g 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 18.5 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
Not only that, the average fat content of this product makes it suitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. 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 an average density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet.
Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 69, for (Hidden Veggie) Mac & Cheese, and we advise that this food in moderation.
Calorie Breakdown
| Calories from Protein | 22% | |
| Calories from Fat | 27% | |
| Calories from Carbs | 52% |
Why this is good for you
- Very high in Protein
- High in Vitamin A
- High in Riboflavin
- Very high in Thiamin
- High in Calcium
- Very high in Folate
Why this is bad for you
- High in Saturated Fat
Vitamin Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 1490 IU | 29.8% | ||
| Vitamin C | 2.2 mg | 3.6% | ||
| Vitamin D | 0 IU | |||
| Vitamin E | 0.12 mg | 0.4% | ||
| Thiamin | 0.5 mg | 33.3% | ||
| Riboflavin | 0.35 mg | 20.4% | ||
| Niacin | 2.8 mg | 14% | ||
| Vitamin B6 | 0.03 mg | 1.7% | ||
| Folate | 146 mcg | 36.5% | ||
| Vitamin B12 | 0.31 mcg | 5.1% | ||
| Pantothenic Acid | 0.23 mg | 2.3% |
Mineral Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 300 mg | 30% | ||
| Iron | 2.8 mg | 15.6% | ||
| Magnesium | 10 mg | 2.5% | ||
| Phosphorus | 106 mg | 10.6% | ||
| Potassium | 173.6 mg | 5% | ||
| Sodium | 315.3 mg | 13.1% | ||
| Zinc | 0.53 mg | 3.5% | ||
| Copper | 0.01 mg | 0.7% | ||
| Manganese | 0.02 mg | 1% | ||
| Selenium | 3.1 mcg | 4.4% |
Carbohydrate Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrate | 44.2 g | 14.7% | ||
| Dietary Fiber | 4.3 g | 17.2% | ||
| Sugars | 3.6 g |
Protein Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Protein | 18.5 g | 37% |
Fat Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 10.1 g | 15.5% | ||
| Saturated Fat | 4.2 g | 21% | ||
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1.2 g | |||
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g |
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Nutrition Facts
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 345 Calories from Fat 0
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 10.1 g 15.5%
Saturated Fat 4.2 g 21%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 22.2 mg 7.4%
Sodium 315.3 mg 13.1%
Total Carbohydrates 44.2 g 14.7%
Dietary Fiber 4.3 g17.2%
Sugars 3.6 g
Protein 18.5 g 37%
Vitamin A 29.8% Vitamin C 3.6%
Calcium 30% Iron 15.6%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
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