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Mediterranean Macaroni and Cheese - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Mediterranean Macaroni and Cheese Recipe

Mediterranean Macaroni and Cheese has a very high-calorie, high-carb, high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Vitamin A and Vitamin C.

The food contains 63g 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. Its sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 23 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

On top of that, the high fat content of this product makes it unsuitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. A quick glance at the fat profile reveals that it is very high in saturated fats and low in trans 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 a very high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a 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 31, for Mediterranean Macaroni and Cheese, and we advise that this food in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein15%
 Calories from Fat42%
 Calories from Carbs42%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • High in Vitamin A
  • High in Vitamin C
  • Very high in Calcium

Why this is bad for you

  • High in Cholesterol
  • Very high in Saturated Fat
  • Very high in Sodium

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A1500 IU30%
Vitamin C15 mg25%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium500 mg50%
Iron3.6 mg20%
Potassium660 mg18.9%
Sodium1780 mg74.2%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate63 g21%
Dietary Fiber4 g16%
Sugars13 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein23 g46%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat28 g43.1%
Saturated Fat17 g85%
Total Trans Fatty Acids0 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 600 Calories from Fat 260

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 28 g 43.1%

Saturated Fat 17 g 85%

Trans Fat 0 g

Cholesterol 90 mg 30%

Sodium 1780 mg 74.2%

Total Carbohydrates 63 g 21%

Dietary Fiber 4 g16%

Sugars 13 g

Protein 23 g 46%

Vitamin A 30% Vitamin C 25%

Calcium 50% Iron 20%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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