Jamaican Style Peas and Rice (Red Beans and Rice) Recipe
Jamaican Style Peas and Rice (Red Beans and Rice) has a very high-calorie, very high-carb, high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Vitamin C, Thiamin and Folate.
The food contains 133.3g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is very high in complex carbs and very high 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 16 gms of protein, it is 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 low MUFA and low 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.
It gives a good yield of Iron at 6 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. It has a low density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a 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 high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.
It belongs to Jamaican cuisine. 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 54, for Jamaican Style Peas and Rice (Red Beans and Rice), and we advise that this food in moderation.
Calorie Breakdown
| Calories from Protein | 9% | |
| Calories from Fat | 20% | |
| Calories from Carbs | 71% |
Why this is good for you
- Very high in Protein
- Very high in Vitamin C
- Very high in Thiamin
- No Cholesterol
- Very high in Dietary Fiber
- Very high in Iron
Why this is bad for you
- Very high in Saturated Fat
Vitamin Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 29.3 IU | 0.6% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Retinol | 0 mcg | |||
| Vitamin C | 5.7 mg | 9.4% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Vitamin D | 0 IU | |||
| Thiamin | 0.26 mg | 17.1% | Top 10% | Very High |
| Riboflavin | 0 mg | |||
| Niacin | 1 mg | 5.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Vitamin B6 | 0 mg | |||
| Folate | 90.2 mcg | 22.6% | Top 10% | Very High |
| Folic Acid | 37 mcg | |||
| Vitamin B12 | 0 mcg | |||
| Pantothenic Acid | 0.26 mg | 2.6% | Mid 40% | Average |
Mineral Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 15.2 mg | 1.5% | Bottom 30% | Low |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8.6% | Top 30% | High |
| Magnesium | 27.8 mg | 6.9% | Top 30% | High |
| Phosphorus | 73.8 mg | 7.4% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Potassium | 214.4 mg | 6.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Sodium | 12.2 mg | 0.5% | Bottom 30% | Low |
| Zinc | 0.77 mg | 5.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Copper | 0.26 mg | 12.9% | Top 10% | Very High |
| Manganese | 0.51 mg | 25.7% | Top 30% | High |
| Selenium | 4.4 mcg | 6.2% | Mid 40% | Average |
Carbohydrate Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrate | 34.3 g | 11.4% | Top 30% | High |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.1 g | 8.4% | Top 30% | High |
| Sugars | 13.4 g | |||
| Glucose | 0 mg | |||
| Fructose | 0 mg | |||
| Lactose | 0 mg | |||
| Maltose | 0 mg | |||
| Galactose | 0 mg |
Protein Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Protein | 4.1 g | 8.2% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Tryptophan | 0 mg | |||
| Threonine | 0.3 mg | |||
| Isoleucine | 0.3 mg | |||
| Leucine | 0.3 mg | |||
| Lysine | 0.3 mg | |||
| Methionine | 0 mg | |||
| Cystine | 0 mg | |||
| Phenylalanine | 0.3 mg | |||
| Tyrosine | 0 mg | |||
| Valine | 0.3 mg | |||
| Arginine | 0.3 mg | |||
| Histidine | 0 mg | |||
| Alanine | 0.3 mg | |||
| Aspartic Acid | 0.5 mg | |||
| Glutamic Acid | 0.8 mg | |||
| Glycine | 0.3 mg | |||
| Proline | 0.3 mg | |||
| Serine | 0.3 mg |
Fat Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 4.3 g | 6.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Saturated Fat | 4 g | 19.8% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | |||
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g |
Other Nutrients Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alcohol | 0 g | |||
| Ash | 0.8 g | |||
| Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
| Theobromine | 0 mg |
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Nutrition Facts
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 746 Calories from Fat 152
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 16.9 g 26%
Saturated Fat 15.4 g 77%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 0 mg
Sodium 47.4 mg 2%
Total Carbohydrates 133.3 g 44.4%
Dietary Fiber 8.2 g32.8%
Sugars 52.2 g
Protein 16 g 32%
Vitamin A 2.3% Vitamin C 36.7%
Calcium 5.9% Iron 33.3%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
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