Mediterranean Chicken Breasts has a average-calorie, low-carb, average-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin B6 and Niacin.
The food contains 7.8g 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. With 30.1 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 average fat content, it could be suitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. It's average MUFA and low PUFA.
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 very high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.
It belongs to Mediterranean cuisine. 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 68, for Mediterranean Chicken Breasts, and we advise that this food in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 47% | |
Calories from Fat | 40% | |
Calories from Carbs | 12% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Vitamin A | 82.8 IU | 1.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
Retinol | 8 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 4 mg | 6.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
Vitamin D | 2.6 IU | 0.6% | Mid 40% | Average |
Thiamin | 0 mg | |||
Riboflavin | 0 mg | |||
Niacin | 5.1 mg | 25.5% | Top 10% | Very High |
Vitamin B6 | 0.36 mg | 18.2% | Top 10% | Very High |
Folate | 5.8 mcg | 1.5% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Folic Acid | 0 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 0 mcg | |||
Pantothenic Acid | 0.73 mg | 7.3% | Top 30% | High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Calcium | 34.7 mg | 3.5% | Mid 40% | Average |
Iron | 0.73 mg | 4.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
Magnesium | 16.4 mg | 4.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
Phosphorus | 113.1 mg | 11.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Potassium | 242.3 mg | 6.9% | Top 30% | High |
Sodium | 312.6 mg | 13% | Mid 40% | Average |
Zinc | 0.36 mg | 2.4% | Mid 40% | Average |
Copper | 0 mg | |||
Manganese | 0 mg | |||
Selenium | 14.6 mcg | 20.9% | Top 30% | High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 2.85 g | 0.9% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Dietary Fiber | 0.62 g | 2.5% | Mid 40% | Average |
Sugars | 1.5 g | |||
Glucose | 0.4 mg | |||
Fructose | 0.4 mg | |||
Lactose | 0 mg | |||
Maltose | 0 mg | |||
Galactose | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Protein | 11 g | 22% | Top 30% | High |
Tryptophan | 0 mg | |||
Threonine | 0.4 mg | |||
Isoleucine | 0.4 mg | |||
Leucine | 0.4 mg | |||
Lysine | 1.1 mg | |||
Methionine | 0.4 mg | |||
Cystine | 0 mg | |||
Phenylalanine | 0.4 mg | |||
Tyrosine | 0.4 mg | |||
Valine | 0.4 mg | |||
Arginine | 0.7 mg | |||
Histidine | 0.4 mg | |||
Alanine | 0.7 mg | |||
Aspartic Acid | 1.1 mg | |||
Glutamic Acid | 1.5 mg | |||
Glycine | 0.4 mg | |||
Proline | 0 mg | |||
Serine | 0.4 mg | |||
Hydroxyproline | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Total Fat | 4.2 g | 6.4% | Mid 40% | Average |
Saturated Fat | 1.1 g | 5.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Monounsaturated Fat | 2.6 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Alcohol | 0 g | |||
Ash | 1.5 g | |||
Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
Theobromine | 0 mg |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 257 Calories from Fat 103
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 11.4 g 17.5%
Saturated Fat 2.9 g 14.5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 76.7 mg 25.6%
Sodium 856.4 mg 35.7%
Total Carbohydrates 7.8 g 2.6%
Dietary Fiber 1.7 g6.8%
Sugars 4.1 g
Protein 30.1 g 60.2%
Vitamin A 4.5% Vitamin C 18.3%
Calcium 9.5% Iron 11.1%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 87
Protein 6 g | Carbs 13.1 g | Fat 1.4 g
Per Serving | Calories 125
Protein 11.9 g | Carbs 3.1 g | Fat 7.3 g
Per Serving | Calories 352
Protein 35 g | Carbs 5 g | Fat 21 g
Per Serving | Calories 179
Protein 27.6 g | Carbs 6.4 g | Fat 4.4 g
Per Serving | Calories 266
Protein 9.9 g | Carbs 17.4 g | Fat 17.5 g
Per Serving | Calories 196
Protein 13.4 g | Carbs 9.5 g | Fat 11.5 g
Per Serving | Calories 84
Protein 1.3 g | Carbs 17.5 g | Fat 0.16 g
Per Serving | Calories 66
Protein 0.45 g | Carbs 10.4 g | Fat 3 g