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Littleneck Clams with Cilantro-Black Walnut Pesto - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Littleneck Clams with Cilantro-Black Walnut Pesto Recipe

Littleneck Clams with Cilantro-Black Walnut Pesto has a average-calorie, low-carb, average-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Iron.

The food contains 3g 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 low sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 7 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Because of its average fat content, it could be suitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons.

It gives a good yield of Iron at 4.5 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. It has an average density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet.

It belongs to Italian cuisine.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Littleneck Clams with Cilantro-Black Walnut Pesto has been given a composite ranking of 64, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein20%
 Calories from Fat71%
 Calories from Carbs9%

Why this is good for you

  • High in Iron

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A200 IU4%
Vitamin C6 mg10%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium100 mg10%
Iron4.5 mg25%
Potassium150 mg4.3%
Sodium180 mg7.5%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate3 g1%
Dietary Fiber0 g
Sugars0 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein7 g14%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat11 g16.9%
Saturated Fat2.5 g12.5%

Popular Questions Asked

Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 160 Calories from Fat 100

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 11 g 16.9%

Saturated Fat 2.5 g 12.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 20 mg 6.7%

Sodium 180 mg 7.5%

Total Carbohydrates 3 g 1%

Dietary Fiber 0 g

Sugars 0 g

Protein 7 g 14%

Vitamin A 4% Vitamin C 10%

Calcium 10% Iron 25%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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