Homemade Buttons & Bows Pasta Salad has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Vitamin C, Thiamin, Riboflavin, Niacin and Folate.
The food contains 49.7g 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 12.3 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 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.
It gives a good yield of Iron at 3.74 gms/ serving, and should be included in an Iron rich diet. Iron is essential to help carry oxygen from the lungs to the muscles and other organs, and is especially helpful for pregnant women. 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 is also an average source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.
It belongs to Italian cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Side Dish.
Based on the composite nutritive standing Homemade Buttons & Bows Pasta Salad has been given a composite ranking of 68, and in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 14% | |
Calories from Fat | 29% | |
Calories from Carbs | 57% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 335 IU | 6.7% | ||
Vitamin C | 58 mg | 96.7% | ||
Vitamin D | 0 IU | |||
Vitamin E | 1.1 mg | 3.8% | ||
Thiamin | 0.61 mg | 40.5% | ||
Riboflavin | 0.57 mg | 33.4% | ||
Niacin | 4.5 mg | 22.6% | ||
Vitamin B6 | 0.19 mg | 9.7% | ||
Folate | 144 mcg | 36% | ||
Vitamin B12 | 0.48 mcg | 8% | ||
Pantothenic Acid | 0.75 mg | 7.5% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 177 mg | 17.7% | ||
Iron | 3.7 mg | 20.8% | ||
Magnesium | 12.8 mg | 3.2% | ||
Phosphorus | 121 mg | 12.1% | ||
Potassium | 155.7 mg | 4.4% | ||
Sodium | 639.2 mg | 26.6% | ||
Zinc | 1.1 mg | 7.5% | ||
Copper | 0.23 mg | 11.7% | ||
Manganese | 0.07 mg | 3.7% | ||
Selenium | 7 mcg | 10% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 49.7 g | 16.6% | ||
Dietary Fiber | 3.9 g | 15.6% | ||
Sugars | 1.5 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 12.3 g | 24.6% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 11.2 g | 17.2% | ||
Saturated Fat | 4.8 g | 24% | ||
Monounsaturated Fat | 4.2 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 337 Calories from Fat 0
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 11.2 g 17.2%
Saturated Fat 4.8 g 24%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 25.2 mg 8.4%
Sodium 639.2 mg 26.6%
Total Carbohydrates 49.7 g 16.6%
Dietary Fiber 3.9 g15.6%
Sugars 1.5 g
Protein 12.3 g 24.6%
Vitamin A 6.7% Vitamin C 96.7%
Calcium 17.7% Iron 20.8%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 217
Protein 7.7 g | Carbs 44.5 g | Fat 1.4 g
Per Serving | Calories 464
Protein 15.8 g | Carbs 58.2 g | Fat 16.9 g
Per 100g | Calories 144
Protein 4 g | Carbs 29 g | Fat 1 g
Per 100g | Calories 435
Protein 33 g | Carbs 56 g | Fat 9 g
Per Serving | Calories 85
Protein 0 g | Carbs 0.9 g | Fat 9.3 g
Per Serving | Calories 156
Protein 1.4 g | Carbs 11.9 g | Fat 12.2 g
Per Serving | Calories 48
Protein 0.5 g | Carbs 6.3 g | Fat 1.8 g
Per Serving | Calories 258
Protein 12.2 g | Carbs 25.3 g | Fat 14.9 g