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Mexican Vegetarian Lasagna - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Mexican Vegetarian Lasagna Recipe

Mexican Vegetarian Lasagna has a high-calorie, high-carb, average-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Iron, Vitamin A and Folate.

The food contains 50.5g 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 low sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 22.8 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 gives a good yield of Iron at 4.59 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. 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 Mexican cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Mexican Vegetarian Lasagna has been given a composite ranking of 70, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein23%
 Calories from Fat26%
 Calories from Carbs51%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • High in Vitamin A
  • Very high in Dietary Fiber
  • Very high in Calcium
  • High in Iron
  • Very high in Folate

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Saturated Fat
  • Very high in Sodium

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A1295 IU25.9%
Vitamin C1.9 mg3.1%
Vitamin D0 IU
Vitamin E0.04 mg0.13%
Thiamin0.26 mg17.6%
Riboflavin0.08 mg4.9%
Niacin0.76 mg3.8%
Vitamin B60.18 mg8.9%
Folate154 mcg38.5%
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.24 mg2.4%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium634 mg63.4%
Iron4.6 mg25.5%
Magnesium79.6 mg19.9%
Phosphorus157 mg15.7%
Potassium432.1 mg12.3%
Sodium975.1 mg40.6%
Zinc1.3 mg8.4%
Copper0.23 mg11.5%
Manganese0.54 mg26.8%
Selenium1.4 mcg2%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate50.5 g16.8%
Dietary Fiber11.1 g44.4%
Sugars1.9 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein22.8 g45.6%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat11.2 g17.2%
Saturated Fat6.2 g31%
Monounsaturated Fat0.9 g
Polyunsaturated Fat1.8 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 401 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 11.2 g 17.2%

Saturated Fat 6.2 g 31%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 20 mg 6.7%

Sodium 975.1 mg 40.6%

Total Carbohydrates 50.5 g 16.8%

Dietary Fiber 11.1 g44.4%

Sugars 1.9 g

Protein 22.8 g 45.6%

Vitamin A 25.9% Vitamin C 3.1%

Calcium 63.4% Iron 25.5%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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