Macaroni and Cheesy Beef Bake has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and high-protein content.
The food contains 23.5g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average 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 sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 12 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
Not only that, the average fat content of this product makes it suitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. 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".
While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has an average density of Sodium, it is suitable if you are aiming for a healthy, 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.
Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 57, for Macaroni and Cheesy Beef Bake, and we advise that this food in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 19% | |
Calories from Fat | 45% | |
Calories from Carbs | 37% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 700 IU | 14% | ||
Vitamin C | 8.3 mg | 13.9% | ||
Vitamin D | 0.8 IU | 0.2% | ||
Vitamin E | 0.16 mg | 0.53% | ||
Thiamin | 0.13 mg | 8.8% | ||
Riboflavin | 0.15 mg | 8.6% | ||
Niacin | 2.6 mg | 12.9% | ||
Vitamin B6 | 0.19 mg | 9.3% | ||
Folate | 47.6 mcg | 11.9% | ||
Vitamin B12 | 1 mcg | 16.8% | ||
Pantothenic Acid | 0.23 mg | 2.3% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 81 mg | 8.1% | ||
Iron | 1.7 mg | 9.4% | ||
Magnesium | 21.6 mg | 5.4% | ||
Phosphorus | 124 mg | 12.4% | ||
Potassium | 271 mg | 7.7% | ||
Sodium | 213.7 mg | 8.9% | ||
Zinc | 1.8 mg | 12.3% | ||
Copper | 0.14 mg | 6.8% | ||
Manganese | 0.23 mg | 11.6% | ||
Selenium | 16.5 mcg | 23.6% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 23.5 g | 7.8% | ||
Dietary Fiber | 2.3 g | 9.2% | ||
Sugars | 2.1 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 12 g | 24% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 12.8 g | 19.7% | ||
Saturated Fat | 5.5 g | 27.5% | ||
Monounsaturated Fat | 5 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 261 Calories from Fat 0
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 12.8 g 19.7%
Saturated Fat 5.5 g 27.5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 38.2 mg 12.7%
Sodium 213.7 mg 8.9%
Total Carbohydrates 23.5 g 7.8%
Dietary Fiber 2.3 g9.2%
Sugars 2.1 g
Protein 12 g 24%
Vitamin A 14% Vitamin C 13.9%
Calcium 8.1% Iron 9.4%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 255
Protein 15.1 g | Carbs 15.5 g | Fat 15.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 418
Protein 19.2 g | Carbs 38.1 g | Fat 21.2 g
Per Serving | Calories 220
Protein 11.1 g | Carbs 9 g | Fat 15.6 g
Per Serving | Calories 362
Protein 17.5 g | Carbs 30 g | Fat 18.9 g
Per Serving | Calories 280
Protein 14.3 g | Carbs 34.1 g | Fat 8.8 g
Per Serving | Calories 579
Protein 23.3 g | Carbs 73.4 g | Fat 21.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 258
Protein 28.7 g | Carbs 21.6 g | Fat 6.5 g
Per Serving | Calories 246
Protein 40.4 g | Carbs 3.5 g | Fat 6.9 g