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Mexican Rice Casserole 5 - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Mexican Rice Casserole 5 Recipe

Mexican Rice Casserole 5 has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin C.

The food contains 45g 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 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.

Moreover, the average fat content makes it suitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan.

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

Based on the composite nutritive standing Mexican Rice Casserole 5 has been given a composite ranking of 71, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein9%
 Calories from Fat26%
 Calories from Carbs65%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • No Cholesterol
  • Low in Saturated Fat

Why this is bad for you

  • High in Sodium

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A750 IU15%
Vitamin C30 mg50%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium40 mg4%
Iron1.8 mg10%
Potassium300 mg8.6%
Sodium490 mg20.4%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate45 g15%
Dietary Fiber2 g8%
Sugars3 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein6 g12%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat8 g12.3%
Saturated Fat1 g5%

Popular Questions Asked

Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 270 Calories from Fat 70

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 8 g 12.3%

Saturated Fat 1 g 5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 490 mg 20.4%

Total Carbohydrates 45 g 15%

Dietary Fiber 2 g8%

Sugars 3 g

Protein 6 g 12%

Vitamin A 15% Vitamin C 50%

Calcium 4% Iron 10%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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