Mac and cheese with cauliflower Recipe
Mac and cheese with cauliflower has a very high-calorie, high-carb, high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Vitamin A, Vitamin C and Folate.
The food contains 57.1g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is 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. Its low sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 21.9 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, the high fat content makes it unsuitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. 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 an average density of Sodium, thus making it suitable 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 an average 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 58, for Mac and cheese with cauliflower, and we advise that this food in moderation.
Calorie Breakdown
| Calories from Protein | 15% | |
| Calories from Fat | 45% | |
| Calories from Carbs | 40% |
Why this is good for you
- Very high in Protein
- High in Vitamin A
- Very high in Vitamin C
- High in Dietary Fiber
- Very high in Calcium
- High in Folate
Why this is bad for you
- High in Cholesterol
- Very high in Saturated Fat
Vitamin Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 1165 IU | 23.3% | ||
| Vitamin C | 53.5 mg | 89.1% | ||
| Vitamin D | 12.8 IU | 3.2% | ||
| Vitamin E | 0.48 mg | 1.6% | ||
| Thiamin | 0.15 mg | 9.7% | ||
| Riboflavin | 0.32 mg | 18.9% | ||
| Niacin | 0.98 mg | 4.9% | ||
| Vitamin B6 | 0.28 mg | 14.2% | ||
| Folate | 85.2 mcg | 21.3% | ||
| Vitamin B12 | 0.5 mcg | 8.3% | ||
| Pantothenic Acid | 1.1 mg | 10.7% |
Mineral Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 400 mg | 40% | ||
| Iron | 1.3 mg | 7.3% | ||
| Magnesium | 37.6 mg | 9.4% | ||
| Phosphorus | 310 mg | 31% | ||
| Potassium | 473.4 mg | 13.5% | ||
| Sodium | 449.2 mg | 18.7% | ||
| Zinc | 1.9 mg | 12.7% | ||
| Copper | 0.09 mg | 4.6% | ||
| Manganese | 0.24 mg | 11.9% | ||
| Selenium | 8.4 mcg | 12% |
Carbohydrate Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrate | 57.1 g | 19% | ||
| Dietary Fiber | 5.1 g | 20.4% | ||
| Sugars | 2.3 g |
Protein Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Protein | 21.9 g | 43.8% |
Fat Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 28.3 g | 43.5% | ||
| Saturated Fat | 13.6 g | 68% | ||
| Monounsaturated Fat | 10.7 g | |||
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.9 g |
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Nutrition Facts
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 558 Calories from Fat 0
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 28.3 g 43.5%
Saturated Fat 13.6 g 68%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 63.6 mg 21.2%
Sodium 449.2 mg 18.7%
Total Carbohydrates 57.1 g 19%
Dietary Fiber 5.1 g20.4%
Sugars 2.3 g
Protein 21.9 g 43.8%
Vitamin A 23.3% Vitamin C 89.1%
Calcium 40% Iron 7.3%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
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