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Mexican Split Pea and Sweet Potato Soup - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Mexican Split Pea and Sweet Potato Soup Recipe

Mexican Split Pea and Sweet Potato Soup has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Vitamin A and Vitamin C.

The food contains 48.2g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average 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. Its average sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 15.6 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. 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".

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 gives a good yield of Iron at 4.41 gms/ serving, and should be included in an Iron rich diet. Iron is essential to help carry oxygen from the lungs to the muscles and other organs, and is especially helpful for pregnant women. 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 Soup.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Mexican Split Pea and Sweet Potato Soup has been given a composite ranking of 85, and on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein21%
 Calories from Fat15%
 Calories from Carbs64%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • Very high in Vitamin A
  • High in Vitamin C
  • No Cholesterol
  • Low in Saturated Fat
  • Very high in Dietary Fiber

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Sodium

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A9775 IU195.5%
Vitamin C16.6 mg27.6%
Vitamin D0 IU
Vitamin E0.66 mg2.2%
Thiamin0.28 mg18.8%
Riboflavin0.2 mg11.5%
Niacin1.4 mg7.1%
Vitamin B60.3 mg15%
Folate16.8 mcg4.2%
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.27 mg2.7%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium95 mg9.5%
Iron4.4 mg24.5%
Magnesium14.4 mg3.6%
Phosphorus35 mg3.5%
Potassium513.1 mg14.7%
Sodium973.7 mg40.6%
Zinc0.32 mg2.1%
Copper0.11 mg5.3%
Manganese0.3 mg14.9%
Selenium1.1 mcg1.5%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate48.2 g16.1%
Dietary Fiber9 g36%
Sugars7.5 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein15.6 g31.2%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat5.2 g8%
Saturated Fat0.6 g3%
Monounsaturated Fat2.6 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.6 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 314 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 5.2 g 8%

Saturated Fat 0.6 g 3%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 973.7 mg 40.6%

Total Carbohydrates 48.2 g 16.1%

Dietary Fiber 9 g36%

Sugars 7.5 g

Protein 15.6 g 31.2%

Vitamin A 195.5% Vitamin C 27.6%

Calcium 9.5% Iron 24.5%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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