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Michelle's Greek Pasta Salad - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Michelle's Greek Pasta Salad Recipe

Michelle's Greek Pasta Salad has a high-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Vitamin A, Vitamin B6, Vitamin C, Thiamin, Riboflavin, Niacin and Folate.

The food contains 44.2g 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 23.5 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Not only that, the high fat content of this product makes it unsuitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. It's average MUFA and average 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 3.64 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 is also average in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat. It is also an average source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

It belongs to Greek cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Side Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Michelle's Greek Pasta Salad has been given a composite ranking of 58, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein21%
 Calories from Fat40%
 Calories from Carbs39%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • High in Vitamin B6
  • High in Niacin
  • Very high in Vitamin A
  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • High in Riboflavin

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Cholesterol
  • High in Saturated Fat
  • Very high in Sodium

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A1675 IU33.5%
Vitamin C49.8 mg83%
Vitamin D0 IU
Vitamin E2.9 mg9.8%
Thiamin0.38 mg25.1%
Riboflavin0.44 mg26%
Niacin5.5 mg27.7%
Vitamin B60.4 mg20.2%
Folate114.8 mcg28.7%
Vitamin B120.65 mcg10.9%
Pantothenic Acid1 mg10.4%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium115 mg11.5%
Iron3.6 mg20.2%
Magnesium44 mg11%
Phosphorus222 mg22.2%
Potassium216 mg6.2%
Sodium799.1 mg33.3%
Zinc2.2 mg14.9%
Copper0.26 mg12.8%
Manganese0.41 mg20.6%
Selenium12.1 mcg17.3%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate44.2 g14.7%
Dietary Fiber1.3 g5.2%
Sugars0.3 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein23.5 g47%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat20.2 g31.1%
Saturated Fat5.2 g26%
Monounsaturated Fat5.9 g
Polyunsaturated Fat7.4 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 453 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 20.2 g 31.1%

Saturated Fat 5.2 g 26%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 99.4 mg 33.1%

Sodium 799.1 mg 33.3%

Total Carbohydrates 44.2 g 14.7%

Dietary Fiber 1.3 g5.2%

Sugars 0.3 g

Protein 23.5 g 47%

Vitamin A 33.5% Vitamin C 83%

Calcium 11.5% Iron 20.2%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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