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Israeli Couscous Salad - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Israeli Couscous Salad Recipe

Israeli Couscous Salad has a high-calorie, very high-carb, high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin C.

The food contains 72g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is high 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 13.1 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

However, the high fat content makes it unsuitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. 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 an average density of Sodium, it is suitable if you are aiming for a healthy, 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 Israeli cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Side Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Israeli Couscous Salad has been given a composite ranking of 80, and on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein11%
 Calories from Fat32%
 Calories from Carbs58%

Why this is good for you

  • High in Protein
  • No Cholesterol
  • High in Dietary Fiber

Why this is bad for you

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A461.1 IU9.2%Top 30%High
Retinol0 mcg
Vitamin C8.1 mg13.5%Top 30%High
Vitamin D0 IU
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin2.2 mg10.8%Top 30%High
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate27 mcg6.8%Mid 40%Average
Folic Acid0 mcg
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.54 mg5.4%Top 30%High

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium25.9 mg2.6%Mid 40%Average
Iron1.6 mg9%Top 30%High
Magnesium43.2 mg10.8%Top 10%Very High
Phosphorus128.1 mg12.8%Mid 40%Average
Potassium237.3 mg6.8%Top 30%High
Sodium85.9 mg3.6%Bottom 30%Low
Zinc1.1 mg7.2%Top 30%High
Copper0 mg
Manganese1.1 mg54.1%Top 10%Very High
Selenium0.54 mcg0.77%Bottom 30%Low

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate38.9 g13%Top 30%High
Dietary Fiber3.5 g13.8%Top 10%Very High
Starch0 g
Sugars3.2 g
Sucrose0 mg
Glucose0.5 mg
Fructose0.5 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein7.1 g14.2%Mid 40%Average
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0 mg
Isoleucine0 mg
Leucine0 mg
Lysine0 mg
Methionine0 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0.5 mg
Tyrosine0 mg
Valine0.5 mg
Arginine0.5 mg
Histidine0 mg
Alanine0 mg
Aspartic Acid0.5 mg
Glutamic Acid2.2 mg
Glycine0 mg
Proline0 mg
Serine0.5 mg
Hydroxyproline0 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat9.5 g14.6%Mid 40%Average
Saturated Fat1 g5.1%Mid 40%Average
Monounsaturated Fat4.9 g
Polyunsaturated Fat2.7 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Water43.8 g
Ash1.1 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 495 Calories from Fat 158

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 17.6 g 27.1%

Saturated Fat 1.9 g 9.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 159 mg 6.6%

Total Carbohydrates 72 g 24%

Dietary Fiber 6.4 g25.6%

Sugars 6 g

Protein 13.1 g 26.2%

Vitamin A 17.1% Vitamin C 25%

Calcium 4.8% Iron 16.7%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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