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.
Calories from Protein | 23% | |
Calories from Fat | 26% | |
Calories from Carbs | 51% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 1295 IU | 25.9% | ||
Vitamin C | 1.9 mg | 3.1% | ||
Vitamin D | 0 IU | |||
Vitamin E | 0.04 mg | 0.13% | ||
Thiamin | 0.26 mg | 17.6% | ||
Riboflavin | 0.08 mg | 4.9% | ||
Niacin | 0.76 mg | 3.8% | ||
Vitamin B6 | 0.18 mg | 8.9% | ||
Folate | 154 mcg | 38.5% | ||
Vitamin B12 | 0 mcg | |||
Pantothenic Acid | 0.24 mg | 2.4% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 634 mg | 63.4% | ||
Iron | 4.6 mg | 25.5% | ||
Magnesium | 79.6 mg | 19.9% | ||
Phosphorus | 157 mg | 15.7% | ||
Potassium | 432.1 mg | 12.3% | ||
Sodium | 975.1 mg | 40.6% | ||
Zinc | 1.3 mg | 8.4% | ||
Copper | 0.23 mg | 11.5% | ||
Manganese | 0.54 mg | 26.8% | ||
Selenium | 1.4 mcg | 2% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 50.5 g | 16.8% | ||
Dietary Fiber | 11.1 g | 44.4% | ||
Sugars | 1.9 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 22.8 g | 45.6% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 11.2 g | 17.2% | ||
Saturated Fat | 6.2 g | 31% | ||
Monounsaturated Fat | 0.9 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.8 g |
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
Per Serving | Calories 236
Protein 14.9 g | Carbs 33.4 g | Fat 6.7 g
Per Serving | Calories 300
Protein 14.3 g | Carbs 60.3 g | Fat 3.3 g
Per Serving | Calories 240
Protein 10.6 g | Carbs 45.1 g | Fat 2.7 g
Per Serving | Calories 317
Protein 30.7 g | Carbs 29.9 g | Fat 11.3 g
Per Serving | Calories 286
Protein 5.6 g | Carbs 31.1 g | Fat 13.8 g
Per Serving | Calories 290
Protein 13.2 g | Carbs 49.7 g | Fat 4.7 g
Per Serving | Calories 224
Protein 8.6 g | Carbs 37 g | Fat 6 g
Per Serving | Calories 537
Protein 38 g | Carbs 62.7 g | Fat 19.6 g