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Low-Fat Fiesta Macaroni and Cheese - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Low-Fat Fiesta Macaroni and Cheese Recipe

Low-Fat Fiesta Macaroni and Cheese has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin B6 and Niacin.

The food contains 35.1g 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 30.3 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.

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

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 very high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 65, for Low-Fat Fiesta Macaroni and Cheese, and we advise that this food in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein42%
 Calories from Fat9%
 Calories from Carbs49%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • Very high in Vitamin B6
  • Very high in Niacin

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Sodium

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietAVERAGE
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A170.7 IU3.4%Mid 40%Average
Retinol18.5 mcg
Vitamin C1.7 mg2.9%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin D8.6 IU2.2%Top 30%High
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin3.4 mg17.2%Top 30%High
Vitamin B60.43 mg21.6%Top 10%Very High
Folate31.5 mcg7.9%Mid 40%Average
Folic Acid22.4 mcg
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.43 mg4.3%Mid 40%Average

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium66.8 mg6.7%Top 30%High
Iron0.86 mg4.8%Mid 40%Average
Magnesium23.3 mg5.8%Mid 40%Average
Phosphorus150 mg15%Top 30%High
Potassium263.8 mg7.5%Top 30%High
Sodium368.1 mg15.3%Top 30%High
Zinc0.86 mg5.7%Mid 40%Average
Copper0 mg
Manganese0 mg
Selenium21.1 mcg30.2%Top 30%High

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate15.1 g5%Mid 40%Average
Dietary Fiber1.3 g5%Mid 40%Average
Sugars2.5 g
Glucose0.4 mg
Fructose0 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein13.1 g26.1%Top 30%High
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0.4 mg
Isoleucine0.4 mg
Leucine0.4 mg
Lysine0.9 mg
Methionine0.4 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0.4 mg
Tyrosine0.4 mg
Valine0.4 mg
Arginine0.4 mg
Histidine0.4 mg
Alanine0.4 mg
Aspartic Acid0.9 mg
Glutamic Acid2.6 mg
Glycine0.4 mg
Proline0 mg
Serine0.4 mg
Hydroxyproline0 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat1.3 g2%Bottom 30%Low
Saturated Fat0.52 g2.6%Bottom 30%Low
Monounsaturated Fat0.4 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.4 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash1.7 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 293 Calories from Fat 27

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 3 g 4.6%

Saturated Fat 1.2 g 6%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 40.3 mg 13.4%

Sodium 853.9 mg 35.6%

Total Carbohydrates 35.1 g 11.7%

Dietary Fiber 2.9 g11.6%

Sugars 5.9 g

Protein 30.3 g 60.6%

Vitamin A 7.9% Vitamin C 6.7%

Calcium 15.5% Iron 11.1%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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