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Jicama Appetizer - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Jicama Appetizer Recipe

Jicama Appetizer has a low-calorie, average-carb, low-fat and low-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin A and Vitamin C.

The food contains 16g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low 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 2 gms of protein, it is low 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 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 a low density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet.

It belongs to Mexican cuisine. Ideally consumed as an Appetizer.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Jicama Appetizer has been given a composite ranking of 93, and on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

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

Why this is good for you

  • High in Vitamin A
  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • No Cholesterol
  • No Saturated Fat
  • Very high in Dietary Fiber
  • Very low in Sodium

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A1250 IU25%
Vitamin C36 mg60%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium40 mg4%
Iron1.8 mg10%
Potassium310 mg8.9%
Sodium45 mg1.9%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate16 g5.3%
Dietary Fiber9 g36%
Sugars3 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein2 g4%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat0.5 g0.77%
Saturated Fat0 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 70 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 0.5 g 0.77%

Saturated Fat 0 g

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 45 mg 1.9%

Total Carbohydrates 16 g 5.3%

Dietary Fiber 9 g36%

Sugars 3 g

Protein 2 g 4%

Vitamin A 25% Vitamin C 60%

Calcium 4% Iron 10%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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