Lentils With Pasta and Caramelised Onions has a high-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Thiamin and Folate.
The food contains 36.6g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average 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 10.5 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
However, the high fat content makes it unsuitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. It's high MUFA and average PUFA. In terms of Polyunsaturated Fat content it is ranked in the top 10% of all food items. It is also ranked in the top 10 percentile in terms of its Monounsaturated Fat content, which are considered among "good fats".
It has a low density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet. Besides other nutrients, it is average in Magnesium, which is an essential micronutrient needed to keep muscle and nerve functioning normal and heart beat rhythmic. It also helps to support a healthy immune system, and keeps bones strong. It is also a 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.
Based on the composite nutritive standing Lentils With Pasta and Caramelised Onions has been given a composite ranking of 62, and in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 11% | |
Calories from Fat | 51% | |
Calories from Carbs | 38% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 596 IU | 11.9% | Top 10% | Very High |
Retinol | 5.3 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 14.7 mg | 24.4% | Top 30% | High |
Vitamin D | 4 IU | 1% | Mid 40% | Average |
Thiamin | 1.3 mg | 88.9% | Top 10% | Very High |
Riboflavin | 0 mg | |||
Niacin | 4 mg | 20% | Top 30% | High |
Vitamin B6 | 0 mg | |||
Folate | 256 mcg | 64% | Top 10% | Very High |
Folic Acid | 66.7 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 0 mcg | |||
Pantothenic Acid | 1.3 mg | 13.3% | Top 10% | Very High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Calcium | 50.7 mg | 5.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
Iron | 4 mg | 22.2% | Top 10% | Very High |
Magnesium | 68 mg | 17% | Top 10% | Very High |
Phosphorus | 249.3 mg | 24.9% | Top 10% | Very High |
Potassium | 509.3 mg | 14.6% | Top 10% | Very High |
Sodium | 15.2 mg | 0.6% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Zinc | 2.7 mg | 17.8% | Top 10% | Very High |
Copper | 0 mg | |||
Manganese | 1.3 mg | 66.7% | Top 10% | Very High |
Selenium | 29.3 mcg | 41.9% | Top 10% | Very High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 48.8 g | 16.3% | Top 10% | Very High |
Dietary Fiber | 12.3 g | 49.1% | Top 10% | Very High |
Sugars | 3.5 g | |||
Glucose | 1.3 mg | |||
Fructose | 1.3 mg | |||
Lactose | 0 mg | |||
Maltose | 0 mg | |||
Galactose | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Protein | 14 g | 28% | Top 30% | High |
Tryptophan | 0 mg | |||
Threonine | 0 mg | |||
Isoleucine | 0 mg | |||
Leucine | 0 mg | |||
Lysine | 1.3 mg | |||
Methionine | 0 mg | |||
Cystine | 0 mg | |||
Phenylalanine | 1.3 mg | |||
Tyrosine | 0 mg | |||
Valine | 1.3 mg | |||
Arginine | 1.3 mg | |||
Histidine | 0 mg | |||
Alanine | 0 mg | |||
Aspartic Acid | 1.3 mg | |||
Glutamic Acid | 2.7 mg | |||
Glycine | 0 mg | |||
Proline | 1.3 mg | |||
Serine | 1.3 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 28.9 g | 44.5% | Top 10% | Very High |
Saturated Fat | 4.1 g | 20.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
Monounsaturated Fat | 20 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 4 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Alcohol | 0 g | |||
Ash | 1.3 g | |||
Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
Theobromine | 0 mg |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 380 Calories from Fat 195
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 21.7 g 33.4%
Saturated Fat 3.1 g 15.5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 21 mg 7%
Sodium 11.4 mg 0.5%
Total Carbohydrates 36.6 g 12.2%
Dietary Fiber 9.2 g36.8%
Sugars 2.6 g
Protein 10.5 g 21%
Vitamin A 8.9% Vitamin C 18.3%
Calcium 3.8% Iron 16.7%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 219
Protein 14.9 g | Carbs 10.9 g | Fat 12.5 g
Per Serving | Calories 158
Protein 4.8 g | Carbs 9.8 g | Fat 11.3 g
Per Serving | Calories 348
Protein 11.5 g | Carbs 62.8 g | Fat 5.9 g
Per Serving | Calories 241
Protein 13.2 g | Carbs 30.2 g | Fat 7.1 g