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Mediterranean Lamb- and Couscous-Stuffed Peppers - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Mediterranean Lamb- and Couscous-Stuffed Peppers Recipe

Mediterranean Lamb- and Couscous-Stuffed Peppers has a high-calorie, high-carb, high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin A and Vitamin C.

The food contains 56g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is high 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. Its average sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 21 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Because of its high fat content, it could be unsuitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons.

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.

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 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 57, for Mediterranean Lamb- and Couscous-Stuffed Peppers, and we advise that this food in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein18%
 Calories from Fat33%
 Calories from Carbs49%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • High in Vitamin A
  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • High in Dietary Fiber

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Saturated Fat
  • Very high in Sodium

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A1500 IU30%
Vitamin C108 mg180%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium100 mg10%
Iron2.7 mg15%
Potassium670 mg19.1%
Sodium1100 mg45.8%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate56 g18.7%
Dietary Fiber6 g24%
Sugars5 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein21 g42%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat17 g26.2%
Saturated Fat7 g35%

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 460 Calories from Fat 150

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 17 g 26.2%

Saturated Fat 7 g 35%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 45 mg 15%

Sodium 1100 mg 45.8%

Total Carbohydrates 56 g 18.7%

Dietary Fiber 6 g24%

Sugars 5 g

Protein 21 g 42%

Vitamin A 30% Vitamin C 180%

Calcium 10% Iron 15%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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