Mexican Green Sauce (Easy) has a low-calorie, low-carb, low-fat and low-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin C.
The food contains 11.8g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low 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 1.9 gms of protein, it is low in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
Moreover, the low fat content makes it suitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. It's low MUFA and low 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.
It has a low density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet. Besides other nutrients, it is average in Magnesium, which is an essential micronutrient needed to keep muscle and nerve functioning normal and heart beat rhythmic. It also helps to support a healthy immune system, and keeps bones strong.
It belongs to Mexican cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Side Dish.
Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 98, for Mexican Green Sauce (Easy), and we advise that this food on a regular basis.
Calories from Protein | 12% | |
Calories from Fat | 16% | |
Calories from Carbs | 72% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Vitamin A | 138.9 IU | 2.8% | Mid 40% | Average |
Retinol | 0 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 17.4 mg | 28.9% | Top 30% | High |
Vitamin D | 0 IU | |||
Thiamin | 0 mg | |||
Riboflavin | 0 mg | |||
Niacin | 1.4 mg | 6.9% | Mid 40% | Average |
Vitamin B6 | 0 mg | |||
Folate | 10.4 mcg | 2.6% | Mid 40% | Average |
Folic Acid | 0 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 0 mcg | |||
Pantothenic Acid | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Calcium | 22.9 mg | 2.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Iron | 0.69 mg | 3.9% | Mid 40% | Average |
Magnesium | 19.4 mg | 4.9% | Mid 40% | Average |
Phosphorus | 44.4 mg | 4.4% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Potassium | 256.9 mg | 7.3% | Top 30% | High |
Sodium | 2.8 mg | 0.1% | Bottom 10% | Very Low |
Zinc | 0 mg | |||
Copper | 0 mg | |||
Manganese | 0 mg | |||
Selenium | 1.4 mcg | 2% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Total Carbohydrate | 8.2 g | 2.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
Dietary Fiber | 1.9 g | 7.5% | Top 30% | High |
Sugars | 3.8 g | |||
Glucose | 0.7 mg | |||
Fructose | 0.7 mg | |||
Lactose | 0 mg | |||
Maltose | 0 mg | |||
Galactose | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Protein | 1.3 g | 2.6% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Tryptophan | 0 mg | |||
Threonine | 0 mg | |||
Isoleucine | 0 mg | |||
Leucine | 0 mg | |||
Lysine | 0 mg | |||
Methionine | 0 mg | |||
Cystine | 0 mg | |||
Phenylalanine | 0 mg | |||
Tyrosine | 0 mg | |||
Valine | 0 mg | |||
Arginine | 0 mg | |||
Histidine | 0 mg | |||
Alanine | 0 mg | |||
Aspartic Acid | 0 mg | |||
Glutamic Acid | 0 mg | |||
Glycine | 0 mg | |||
Proline | 0 mg | |||
Serine | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Total Fat | 0.83 g | 1.3% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Saturated Fat | 0.07 g | 0.35% | Bottom 10% | Very Low |
Monounsaturated Fat | 0 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 0 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Alcohol | 0 g | |||
Ash | 0.7 g | |||
Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
Theobromine | 0 mg |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 59 Calories from Fat 11
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 1.2 g 1.8%
Saturated Fat 0.1 g 0.5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 0 mg
Sodium 4 mg 0.2%
Total Carbohydrates 11.8 g 3.9%
Dietary Fiber 2.7 g10.8%
Sugars 5.5 g
Protein 1.9 g 3.8%
Vitamin A 4% Vitamin C 41.7%
Calcium 3.3% Iron 5.6%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 40
Protein 1.3 g | Carbs 5.9 g | Fat 1.6 g
Per Serving | Calories 125
Protein 2 g | Carbs 6.5 g | Fat 10.9 g
Per Serving | Calories 18
Protein 0.89 g | Carbs 4.1 g | Fat 0 g
Per Serving | Calories 24
Protein 0.32 g | Carbs 2.05 g | Fat 1.8 g
Per Serving | Calories 40
Protein 0.21 g | Carbs 2.43 g | Fat 3.5 g
Per Serving | Calories 21
Protein 0.87 g | Carbs 4.9 g | Fat 0.11 g
Per Serving | Calories 456
Protein 8.3 g | Carbs 56.4 g | Fat 24.8 g
Per Serving | Calories 646
Protein 6.4 g | Carbs 17.8 g | Fat 61.9 g