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Low-Fat Easy Macaroni and Cheese with Vegetables - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Low-Fat Easy Macaroni and Cheese with Vegetables Recipe

Low-Fat Easy Macaroni and Cheese with Vegetables has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium and Folate.

The food contains 39.3g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average in complex carbs and average 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. With 18.6 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Moreover However, the average fat content makes it suitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. It's average MUFA and low PUFA.

It has an average 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.

Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Low-Fat Easy Macaroni and Cheese with Vegetables has been given a composite ranking of 63, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein22%
 Calories from Fat31%
 Calories from Carbs47%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • Very high in Calcium
  • Very high in Folate

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Saturated Fat

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietAVERAGE

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A4 IU0.1%Mid 40%Average
Retinol46.8 mcg
Vitamin C6 mg10%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin D3.5 IU0.9%Mid 40%Average
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin2 mg10%Top 30%High
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate61.7 mcg15.4%Top 30%High
Folic Acid38.3 mcg
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.5 mg5%Top 30%High

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium195.5 mg19.6%Top 10%Very High
Iron1 mg5.5%Mid 40%Average
Magnesium25.4 mg6.3%Top 30%High
Phosphorus170.1 mg17%Top 30%High
Potassium190 mg5.4%Mid 40%Average
Sodium190.7 mg7.9%Mid 40%Average
Zinc1 mg6.6%Top 30%High
Copper0 mg
Manganese0.5 mg24.9%Top 30%High
Selenium14.9 mcg21.3%Top 30%High

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate19.6 g6.5%Mid 40%Average
Dietary Fiber2.2 g8.8%Top 30%High
Sugars2.9 g
Glucose0 mg
Fructose0 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0.5 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein9.3 g18.5%Top 30%High
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0.5 mg
Isoleucine0.5 mg
Leucine0.5 mg
Lysine0.5 mg
Methionine0 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0.5 mg
Tyrosine0.5 mg
Valine0.5 mg
Arginine0.5 mg
Histidine0.5 mg
Alanine0.5 mg
Aspartic Acid0.5 mg
Glutamic Acid2.5 mg
Glycine0 mg
Proline0 mg
Serine0.5 mg
Hydroxyproline0 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat5.8 g8.9%Mid 40%Average
Saturated Fat3.3 g16.7%Mid 40%Average
Monounsaturated Fat1.5 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.5 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash1.5 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 337 Calories from Fat 104

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 11.6 g 17.8%

Saturated Fat 6.7 g 33.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 40.1 mg 13.4%

Sodium 383.4 mg 16%

Total Carbohydrates 39.3 g 13.1%

Dietary Fiber 4.4 g17.6%

Sugars 5.9 g

Protein 18.6 g 37.2%

Vitamin A 0.2% Vitamin C 20%

Calcium 39.3% Iron 11.1%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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