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"Mexican pasta" - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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"Mexican pasta" Recipe

"Mexican pasta" has a average-calorie, high-carb, average-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Thiamin and Folate.

The food contains 53.5g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is high 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. With 13 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Because of its average fat content, it could be suitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. It's low MUFA and low PUFA.

It has a high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a low-sodium diet. It is also average in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat.

It belongs to Italian cuisine.

Based on the composite nutritive standing "Mexican pasta" has been given a composite ranking of 37, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein16%
 Calories from Fat19%
 Calories from Carbs65%

Why this is good for you

  • High in Protein
  • Very high in Thiamin
  • Very high in Folate

Why this is bad for you

  • High in Cholesterol
  • Very high in Sodium

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A266.1 IU5.3%Top 30%High
Retinol29.9 mcg
Vitamin C1.1 mg1.9%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin D0 IU
Thiamin0.56 mg37.7%Top 10%Very High
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin1.7 mg8.5%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate81.4 mcg20.3%Top 10%Very High
Folic Acid68.4 mcg
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.56 mg5.6%Top 30%High

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium66.1 mg6.6%Top 30%High
Iron1.7 mg9.4%Top 30%High
Magnesium29.9 mg7.5%Top 30%High
Phosphorus129.4 mg12.9%Mid 40%Average
Potassium276.8 mg7.9%Top 30%High
Sodium529.3 mg22.1%Top 30%High
Zinc1.1 mg7.5%Top 30%High
Copper0 mg
Manganese0.56 mg28.2%Top 30%High
Selenium1.7 mcg2.4%Mid 40%Average

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate30.2 g10.1%Top 30%High
Dietary Fiber1 g4.1%Mid 40%Average
Sugars1.6 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein7.3 g14.7%Mid 40%Average
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0 mg
Isoleucine0.6 mg
Leucine0.6 mg
Lysine0 mg
Methionine0 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0.6 mg
Tyrosine0 mg
Valine0.6 mg
Arginine0 mg
Histidine0 mg
Alanine0 mg
Aspartic Acid0.6 mg
Glutamic Acid2.3 mg
Glycine0 mg
Proline0.6 mg
Serine0.6 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat3.9 g6%Mid 40%Average
Saturated Fat1.9 g9.6%Mid 40%Average
Monounsaturated Fat1.1 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.6 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash2.3 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 325 Calories from Fat 62

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 6.9 g 10.6%

Saturated Fat 3.4 g 17%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 72.1 mg 24%

Sodium 936.8 mg 39%

Total Carbohydrates 53.5 g 17.8%

Dietary Fiber 1.8 g7.2%

Sugars 2.9 g

Protein 13 g 26%

Vitamin A 9.4% Vitamin C 3.3%

Calcium 11.7% Iron 16.7%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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