Low Carb Broccoli Squares Recipe
Low Carb Broccoli Squares has a average-calorie, low-carb, high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Riboflavin and Folate.
The food contains 8.8g 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 27.7 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.
Because of its high fat content, it could be unsuitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. It's average MUFA and low PUFA. In terms of Polyunsaturated Fat content it is ranked in the bottom 20% of all food items. It is also ranked in the bottom 20 percentile in terms of its Monounsaturated Fat content, which are considered among "good fats".
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 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.
Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 12, for Low Carb Broccoli Squares, and we advise that this food sparingly.
Calorie Breakdown
| Calories from Protein | 39% | |
| Calories from Fat | 49% | |
| Calories from Carbs | 12% |
Why this is good for you
- Very high in Protein
- High in Vitamin A
- Very high in Vitamin C
- High in Riboflavin
- Very high in Calcium
- High in Folate
Why this is bad for you
- Very high in Cholesterol
- Very high in Saturated Fat
- High in Sodium
Vitamin Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 1120 IU | 22.4% | ||
| Vitamin C | 32.3 mg | 53.9% | ||
| Vitamin D | 17.6 IU | 4.4% | ||
| Vitamin E | 1.3 mg | 4.2% | ||
| Thiamin | 0.1 mg | 6.9% | ||
| Riboflavin | 0.41 mg | 24.3% | ||
| Niacin | 0.48 mg | 2.4% | ||
| Vitamin B6 | 0.22 mg | 10.8% | ||
| Folate | 84.4 mcg | 21.1% | ||
| Vitamin B12 | 1 mcg | 17.2% | ||
| Pantothenic Acid | 0.76 mg | 7.6% |
Mineral Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 332 mg | 33.2% | ||
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8.2% | ||
| Magnesium | 34.8 mg | 8.7% | ||
| Phosphorus | 353 mg | 35.3% | ||
| Potassium | 313.3 mg | 9% | ||
| Sodium | 579.5 mg | 24.1% | ||
| Zinc | 2 mg | 13.2% | ||
| Copper | 0.22 mg | 10.9% | ||
| Manganese | 0.26 mg | 13% | ||
| Selenium | 20 mcg | 28.6% |
Carbohydrate Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrate | 8.8 g | 2.9% | ||
| Dietary Fiber | 2.2 g | 8.8% | ||
| Sugars | 3.9 g |
Protein Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Protein | 27.7 g | 55.4% |
Fat Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 15.6 g | 24% | ||
| Saturated Fat | 9.2 g | 46% | ||
| Monounsaturated Fat | 4.6 g | |||
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.8 g |
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Nutrition Facts
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 280 Calories from Fat 0
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 15.6 g 24%
Saturated Fat 9.2 g 46%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 153.9 mg 51.3%
Sodium 579.5 mg 24.1%
Total Carbohydrates 8.8 g 2.9%
Dietary Fiber 2.2 g8.8%
Sugars 3.9 g
Protein 27.7 g 55.4%
Vitamin A 22.4% Vitamin C 53.9%
Calcium 33.2% Iron 8.2%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
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