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Lemony Swiss Chard - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Lemony Swiss Chard Recipe

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

The food contains 5g 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 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.

It has a high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a low-sodium diet.

It belongs to European cuisine.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Lemony Swiss Chard has been given a composite ranking of 85, and on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein13%
 Calories from Fat53%
 Calories from Carbs34%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Vitamin A
  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • No Cholesterol
  • No Saturated Fat

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Sodium

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A5000 IU100%
Vitamin C24 mg40%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium60 mg6%
Iron2.7 mg15%
Potassium330 mg9.4%
Sodium1140 mg47.5%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate5 g1.7%
Dietary Fiber2 g8%
Sugars1 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein2 g4%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat3.5 g5.4%
Saturated Fat0 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 50 Calories from Fat 30

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 3.5 g 5.4%

Saturated Fat 0 g

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 1140 mg 47.5%

Total Carbohydrates 5 g 1.7%

Dietary Fiber 2 g8%

Sugars 1 g

Protein 2 g 4%

Vitamin A 100% Vitamin C 40%

Calcium 6% Iron 15%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Source: http://www.marthastewart.com/recipe/lemony-swiss-chard Embed Table:

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