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Mesclun with Creamy Lemon Vinaigrette - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Mesclun with Creamy Lemon Vinaigrette Recipe

Mesclun with Creamy Lemon Vinaigrette has a average-calorie, low-carb, high-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Vitamin A and Vitamin C.

The food contains 12g 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. It contains a low amount of carbohydrates, making it suitable for some of the low-carb diets. Its low sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is often undesirable a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 5 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Moreover However, the high fat content makes it unsuitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. A quick glance at the fat profile reveals that it is 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 gives a good yield of Iron at 6.3 gms/ serving, and should be included in an Iron rich diet. Iron is essential to help carry oxygen from the lungs to the muscles and other organs, and is especially helpful for pregnant women. It has a high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a low-sodium diet.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Mesclun with Creamy Lemon Vinaigrette has been given a composite ranking of 74, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein7%
 Calories from Fat75%
 Calories from Carbs17%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Vitamin A
  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • Low in Cholesterol
  • Very high in Iron

Why this is bad for you

  • High in Saturated Fat
  • Very high in Sodium

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A7500 IU150%
Vitamin C42 mg70%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium150 mg15%
Iron6.3 mg35%
Potassium160 mg4.6%
Sodium1090 mg45.4%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate12 g4%
Dietary Fiber4 g16%
Sugars1 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein5 g10%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat23 g35.4%
Saturated Fat5 g25%
Total Trans Fatty Acids0 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 260 Calories from Fat 210

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 23 g 35.4%

Saturated Fat 5 g 25%

Trans Fat 0 g

Cholesterol 10 mg 3.3%

Sodium 1090 mg 45.4%

Total Carbohydrates 12 g 4%

Dietary Fiber 4 g16%

Sugars 1 g

Protein 5 g 10%

Vitamin A 150% Vitamin C 70%

Calcium 15% Iron 35%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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