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Mexican Chicken Pasta Salad - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Mexican Chicken Pasta Salad Recipe

Mexican Chicken Pasta Salad has a high-calorie, high-carb, high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin B6, Vitamin C and Niacin.

The food contains 51.9g 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. With 15.4 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. It's average MUFA and average PUFA.

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 is also high in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat. It is also an average source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

It belongs to Mexican cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Mexican Chicken Pasta Salad has been given a composite ranking of 81, and on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein15%
 Calories from Fat34%
 Calories from Carbs51%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • Very high in Vitamin B6
  • High in Niacin
  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • High in Dietary Fiber

Why this is bad for you

  • High in Sodium

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A0.98 IU0.02%Mid 40%Average
Retinol26.5 mcg
Vitamin C48 mg80.1%Top 10%Very High
Vitamin D2.9 IU0.7%Mid 40%Average
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin2.9 mg14.7%Top 30%High
Vitamin B60.49 mg24.5%Top 10%Very High
Folate34.3 mcg8.6%Top 30%High
Folic Acid0 mcg
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.49 mg4.9%Top 30%High

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium58.3 mg5.8%Mid 40%Average
Iron0.98 mg5.4%Mid 40%Average
Magnesium41.7 mg10.4%Top 30%High
Phosphorus145.6 mg14.6%Top 30%High
Potassium281.9 mg8.1%Top 30%High
Sodium290.2 mg12.1%Mid 40%Average
Zinc0.98 mg6.5%Top 30%High
Copper0 mg
Manganese0 mg
Selenium6.9 mcg9.8%Mid 40%Average

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate25.4 g8.5%Top 30%High
Dietary Fiber3.2 g12.7%Top 30%High
Sugars3.6 g
Glucose0.5 mg
Fructose0.5 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein7.5 g15.1%Mid 40%Average
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0.5 mg
Isoleucine0.5 mg
Leucine0.5 mg
Lysine0.5 mg
Methionine0 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0.5 mg
Tyrosine0.5 mg
Valine0.5 mg
Arginine0.5 mg
Histidine0.5 mg
Alanine0.5 mg
Aspartic Acid1 mg
Glutamic Acid1.5 mg
Glycine0.5 mg
Proline0 mg
Serine0.5 mg
Hydroxyproline0 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat7.7 g11.8%Mid 40%Average
Saturated Fat1.7 g8.3%Mid 40%Average
Monounsaturated Fat2.5 g
Polyunsaturated Fat3.4 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash1.5 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 398 Calories from Fat 141

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 15.7 g 24.2%

Saturated Fat 3.4 g 17%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 40 mg 13.3%

Sodium 592.1 mg 24.7%

Total Carbohydrates 51.9 g 17.3%

Dietary Fiber 6.5 g26%

Sugars 7.4 g

Protein 15.4 g 30.8%

Vitamin A 0% Vitamin C 163.3%

Calcium 11.9% Iron 11.1%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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