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Mexican Confetti Rice - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Mexican Confetti Rice Recipe

Mexican Confetti Rice has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin A.

The food contains 35g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average 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. Its low sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 9 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, the average fat content makes it suitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. A quick glance at the fat profile reveals that it is low in saturated fats and low in trans fats.

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 Mexican cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Mexican Confetti Rice has been given a composite ranking of 71, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein18%
 Calories from Fat13%
 Calories from Carbs69%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Vitamin A
  • Very low in Cholesterol
  • No Saturated Fat

Why this is bad for you

  • High in Sodium

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A3500 IU70%
Vitamin C4.8 mg8%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium150 mg15%
Iron1.4 mg8%
Potassium270 mg7.7%
Sodium610 mg25.4%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate35 g11.7%
Dietary Fiber1 g4%
Sugars3 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein9 g18%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat3 g4.6%
Saturated Fat0 g
Total Trans Fatty Acids0 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 200 Calories from Fat 30

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 3 g 4.6%

Saturated Fat 0 g

Trans Fat 0 g

Cholesterol 5 mg 1.7%

Sodium 610 mg 25.4%

Total Carbohydrates 35 g 11.7%

Dietary Fiber 1 g4%

Sugars 3 g

Protein 9 g 18%

Vitamin A 70% Vitamin C 8%

Calcium 15% Iron 8%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Source: http://www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/Mexican-Confetti-Rice-3091 Embed Table:

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