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Kale and Spinach Saag - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Kale and Spinach Saag Recipe

Kale and Spinach Saag has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Vitamin A and Vitamin C.

The food contains 17g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low 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. Its average sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 12 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Moreover, the average 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.

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.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Kale and Spinach Saag has been given a composite ranking of 79, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein32%
 Calories from Fat24%
 Calories from Carbs45%

Why this is good for you

  • High in Protein
  • Very high in Vitamin A
  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • Low in Cholesterol
  • High in Calcium

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A11500 IU230%
Vitamin C72 mg120%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium250 mg25%
Iron2.7 mg15%
Potassium730 mg20.9%
Sodium390 mg16.3%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate17 g5.7%
Dietary Fiber3 g12%
Sugars7 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein12 g24%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat4 g6.2%
Saturated Fat2.5 g12.5%

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 150 Calories from Fat 40

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 4 g 6.2%

Saturated Fat 2.5 g 12.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 10 mg 3.3%

Sodium 390 mg 16.3%

Total Carbohydrates 17 g 5.7%

Dietary Fiber 3 g12%

Sugars 7 g

Protein 12 g 24%

Vitamin A 230% Vitamin C 120%

Calcium 25% Iron 15%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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