Louisiana's Red Beans and Rice With Ham Recipe
Louisiana's Red Beans and Rice With Ham has a high-calorie, very high-carb, average-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Thiamin, Niacin and Folate.
The food contains 81.3g 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. It contains a low amount of carbohydrates, making it suitable for some of the low-carb diets. Its sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is often undesirablea good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 24.2 gms of protein, it is high 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's low MUFA and low PUFA.
It gives a good yield of Iron at 7 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 high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.
Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.
Based on the composite nutritive standing Louisiana's Red Beans and Rice With Ham has been given a composite ranking of 83, and on a regular basis.
Calorie Breakdown
| Calories from Protein | 20% | |
| Calories from Fat | 15% | |
| Calories from Carbs | 66% |
Why this is good for you
- Very high in Protein
- Very high in Niacin
- Very high in Thiamin
- Very high in Dietary Fiber
- Very high in Iron
- Very high in Folate
Why this is bad for you
- Very high in Sodium
Vitamin Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 107.7 IU | 2.2% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Retinol | 0 mcg | |||
| Vitamin C | 2.2 mg | 3.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Vitamin D | 0 IU | |||
| Thiamin | 0.22 mg | 14.6% | Top 10% | Very High |
| Riboflavin | 0 mg | |||
| Niacin | 1.5 mg | 7.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Vitamin B6 | 0 mg | |||
| Folate | 57 mcg | 14.3% | Top 30% | High |
| Folic Acid | 22.8 mcg | |||
| Vitamin B12 | 0 mcg | |||
| Pantothenic Acid | 0.22 mg | 2.2% | Mid 40% | Average |
Mineral Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 13.4 mg | 1.3% | Bottom 30% | Low |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8.5% | Top 30% | High |
| Magnesium | 17.5 mg | 4.4% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Phosphorus | 52.2 mg | 5.2% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Potassium | 177.9 mg | 5.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Sodium | 162.7 mg | 6.8% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Zinc | 0.44 mg | 2.9% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Copper | 0 mg | |||
| Manganese | 0.22 mg | 11% | Top 30% | High |
| Selenium | 3.5 mcg | 5% | Mid 40% | Average |
Carbohydrate Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrate | 17.8 g | 5.9% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Dietary Fiber | 2 g | 8.2% | Top 30% | High |
| Sugars | 0.4 g | |||
| Glucose | 0.2 mg | |||
| Fructose | 0.2 mg | |||
| Lactose | 0 mg | |||
| Maltose | 0 mg | |||
| Galactose | 0 mg |
Protein Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Protein | 5.3 g | 10.6% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Tryptophan | 0 mg | |||
| Threonine | 0.2 mg | |||
| Isoleucine | 0.2 mg | |||
| Leucine | 0.2 mg | |||
| Lysine | 0.2 mg | |||
| Methionine | 0 mg | |||
| Cystine | 0 mg | |||
| Phenylalanine | 0.2 mg | |||
| Tyrosine | 0 mg | |||
| Valine | 0.2 mg | |||
| Arginine | 0.2 mg | |||
| Histidine | 0 mg | |||
| Alanine | 0.2 mg | |||
| Aspartic Acid | 0.4 mg | |||
| Glutamic Acid | 0.7 mg | |||
| Glycine | 0.2 mg | |||
| Proline | 0.2 mg | |||
| Serine | 0.2 mg |
Fat Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 1.8 g | 2.8% | Bottom 30% | Low |
| Saturated Fat | 0.46 g | 2.3% | Bottom 30% | Low |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | |||
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g |
Other Nutrients Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alcohol | 0 g | |||
| Ash | 0.9 g | |||
| Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
| Theobromine | 0 mg |
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Nutrition Facts
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 499 Calories from Fat 74
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 8.2 g 12.6%
Saturated Fat 2.1 g 10.5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 29.2 mg 9.7%
Sodium 741.9 mg 30.9%
Total Carbohydrates 81.3 g 27.1%
Dietary Fiber 9.3 g37.2%
Sugars 1.8 g
Protein 24.2 g 48.4%
Vitamin A 9.8% Vitamin C 16.7%
Calcium 6.1% Iron 38.9%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
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