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Mexican Quinoa - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Mexican Quinoa Recipe

Mexican Quinoa has a low-calorie, average-carb, low-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Riboflavin.

The food contains 17.5g 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 sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 3.6 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Because of its low 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. In terms of Polyunsaturated Fat content it is ranked in the bottom 20% of all food items. It is also ranked in the bottom 20 percentile in terms of its Monounsaturated Fat content, which are considered among "good fats".

While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has a low density of Sodium, it is suitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet.

It belongs to Mexican cuisine.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Mexican Quinoa has been given a composite ranking of 82, and on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein15%
 Calories from Fat12%
 Calories from Carbs73%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Riboflavin
  • No Cholesterol
  • No Saturated Fat
  • Low in Sodium

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A55 IU1.1%
Vitamin C2.3 mg3.8%
Vitamin D0 IU
Vitamin E0 mg
Thiamin0.01 mg0.4%
Riboflavin0.59 mg34.6%
Niacin0.14 mg0.7%
Vitamin B60.01 mg0.5%
Folate5.2 mcg1.3%
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.07 mg0.7%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium11 mg1.1%
Iron2.1 mg11.5%
Magnesium4 mg1%
Phosphorus165 mg16.5%
Potassium31.2 mg0.9%
Sodium97.2 mg4.1%
Zinc0.06 mg0.4%
Copper0.02 mg0.8%
Manganese0.03 mg1.3%
Selenium0.14 mcg0.2%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate17.5 g5.8%
Dietary Fiber2.3 g9.2%
Sugars1.6 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein3.6 g7.2%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat1.3 g2%
Saturated Fat0 g
Monounsaturated Fat0.1 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 94 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 1.3 g 2%

Saturated Fat 0 g

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 97.2 mg 4.1%

Total Carbohydrates 17.5 g 5.8%

Dietary Fiber 2.3 g9.2%

Sugars 1.6 g

Protein 3.6 g 7.2%

Vitamin A 1.1% Vitamin C 3.8%

Calcium 1.1% Iron 11.5%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Source: http://recipes.sparkpeople.com/recipe-calories.asp?recipe=1749575 Embed Table:

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