Lemon and Basil Linguine Recipe
Lemon and Basil Linguine has a very high-calorie, very high-carb, very high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Iron, Thiamin, Riboflavin, Niacin and Folate.
The food contains 78.2g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is very high 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. With 27.5 gms of protein, it is very high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
Moreover, the very high fat content makes it unsuitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. It's high MUFA and average PUFA. It is also ranked in the top 10 percentile in terms of its Monounsaturated Fat content, which are considered among "good fats".
It gives a good yield of Iron at 4 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 average in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat. It is also a very high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.
It belongs to Italian 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 50, for Lemon and Basil Linguine, and we advise that this food in moderation.
Calorie Breakdown
| Calories from Protein | 13% | |
| Calories from Fat | 49% | |
| Calories from Carbs | 38% |
Why this is good for you
- Very high in Protein
- Very high in Niacin
- Very high in Riboflavin
- Very high in Thiamin
- Very high in Calcium
- High in Iron
Why this is bad for you
- Very high in Saturated Fat
- High in Sodium
Vitamin Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 168 IU | 3.4% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Retinol | 43.3 mcg | |||
| Vitamin C | 4.6 mg | 7.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Vitamin D | 4.1 IU | 1% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Thiamin | 0.52 mg | 34.4% | Top 10% | Very High |
| Riboflavin | 0.52 mg | 30.3% | Top 10% | Very High |
| Niacin | 3.6 mg | 18% | Top 30% | High |
| Vitamin B6 | 0 mg | |||
| Folate | 126.8 mcg | 31.7% | Top 10% | Very High |
| Folic Acid | 112.9 mcg | |||
| Vitamin B12 | 0.52 mcg | 8.6% | Top 30% | High |
| Pantothenic Acid | 0.52 mg | 5.2% | Top 30% | High |
Mineral Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 226.3 mg | 22.6% | Top 10% | Very High |
| Iron | 2.1 mg | 11.5% | Top 30% | High |
| Magnesium | 35.6 mg | 8.9% | Top 30% | High |
| Phosphorus | 239.2 mg | 23.9% | Top 10% | Very High |
| Potassium | 152.1 mg | 4.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Sodium | 298.6 mg | 12.4% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Zinc | 1.5 mg | 10.3% | Top 30% | High |
| Copper | 0 mg | |||
| Manganese | 0.52 mg | 25.8% | Top 30% | High |
| Selenium | 36.1 mcg | 51.5% | Top 10% | Very High |
Carbohydrate Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrate | 40.3 g | 13.4% | Top 30% | High |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.6 g | 6.6% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Sugars | 1.3 g | |||
| Glucose | 0 mg | |||
| Fructose | 0 mg | |||
| Lactose | 0 mg | |||
| Maltose | 1 mg | |||
| Galactose | 0 mg |
Protein Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Protein | 14.2 g | 28.4% | Top 10% | Very High |
| Tryptophan | 0 mg | |||
| Threonine | 0.5 mg | |||
| Isoleucine | 0.5 mg | |||
| Leucine | 0.5 mg | |||
| Lysine | 0.5 mg | |||
| Methionine | 0.5 mg | |||
| Cystine | 0 mg | |||
| Phenylalanine | 0.5 mg | |||
| Tyrosine | 0.5 mg | |||
| Valine | 1 mg | |||
| Arginine | 0.5 mg | |||
| Histidine | 0.5 mg | |||
| Alanine | 0.5 mg | |||
| Aspartic Acid | 1 mg | |||
| Glutamic Acid | 4.1 mg | |||
| Glycine | 0.5 mg | |||
| Proline | 0 mg | |||
| Serine | 0.5 mg | |||
| Hydroxyproline | 0 mg |
Fat Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 23 g | 35.4% | Top 10% | Very High |
| Saturated Fat | 5.8 g | 28.9% | Top 30% | High |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 13.9 g | |||
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.1 g |
Other Nutrients Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alcohol | 0 g | |||
| Ash | 2.1 g | |||
| Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
| Theobromine | 0 mg |
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Nutrition Facts
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 825 Calories from Fat 401
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 44.6 g 68.6%
Saturated Fat 11.2 g 56%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 33 mg 11%
Sodium 579.2 mg 24.1%
Total Carbohydrates 78.2 g 26.1%
Dietary Fiber 3.2 g12.8%
Sugars 2.6 g
Protein 27.5 g 55%
Vitamin A 6.5% Vitamin C 15%
Calcium 43.9% Iron 22.2%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
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