Middle Eastern Ground Turkey Empanadas has a average-calorie, low-carb, average-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin C and Niacin.
The food contains 4.4g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low 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. With 11.8 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.
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 has an average density of Sodium, thus making it suitable 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 is also a high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.
It belongs to Middle Eastern cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.
Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 52, for Middle Eastern Ground Turkey Empanadas, and we advise that this food in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 41% | |
Calories from Fat | 44% | |
Calories from Carbs | 15% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Vitamin A | 667.8 IU | 13.4% | Top 10% | Very High |
Retinol | 17.8 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 18.6 mg | 31.1% | Top 30% | High |
Vitamin D | 11.9 IU | 3% | Top 30% | High |
Thiamin | 0 mg | |||
Riboflavin | 0 mg | |||
Niacin | 4.2 mg | 21.2% | Top 30% | High |
Vitamin B6 | 0 mg | |||
Folate | 18.6 mcg | 4.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
Folic Acid | 0 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 0.85 mcg | 14.1% | Top 10% | Very High |
Pantothenic Acid | 0.85 mg | 8.5% | Top 10% | Very High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Calcium | 26.3 mg | 2.6% | Mid 40% | Average |
Iron | 1.7 mg | 9.4% | Top 30% | High |
Magnesium | 20.3 mg | 5.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
Phosphorus | 132.2 mg | 13.2% | Mid 40% | Average |
Potassium | 263.6 mg | 7.5% | Top 30% | High |
Sodium | 205.3 mg | 8.6% | Mid 40% | Average |
Zinc | 1.7 mg | 11.3% | Top 30% | High |
Copper | 0 mg | |||
Manganese | 0 mg | |||
Selenium | 13.6 mcg | 19.4% | Top 30% | High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Total Carbohydrate | 3.7 g | 1.2% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Dietary Fiber | 1 g | 4.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
Sugars | 1.6 g | |||
Glucose | 0.8 mg | |||
Fructose | 0.8 mg | |||
Lactose | 0 mg | |||
Maltose | 0 mg | |||
Galactose | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Protein | 10 g | 20% | Top 30% | High |
Tryptophan | 0 mg | |||
Threonine | 0.8 mg | |||
Isoleucine | 0.8 mg | |||
Leucine | 0.8 mg | |||
Lysine | 0.8 mg | |||
Methionine | 0 mg | |||
Cystine | 0 mg | |||
Phenylalanine | 0.8 mg | |||
Tyrosine | 0 mg | |||
Valine | 0.8 mg | |||
Arginine | 0.8 mg | |||
Histidine | 0 mg | |||
Alanine | 0.8 mg | |||
Aspartic Acid | 0.8 mg | |||
Glutamic Acid | 1.7 mg | |||
Glycine | 0.8 mg | |||
Proline | 0 mg | |||
Serine | 0.8 mg | |||
Hydroxyproline | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Total Fat | 4.7 g | 7.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Saturated Fat | 1.3 g | 6.4% | Mid 40% | Average |
Monounsaturated Fat | 1.7 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.8 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Alcohol | 0 g | |||
Ash | 0.8 g | |||
Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
Theobromine | 0 mg |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 115 Calories from Fat 50
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 5.6 g 8.6%
Saturated Fat 1.5 g 7.5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 71.2 mg 23.7%
Sodium 242.2 mg 10.1%
Total Carbohydrates 4.4 g 1.5%
Dietary Fiber 1.2 g4.8%
Sugars 1.9 g
Protein 11.8 g 23.6%
Vitamin A 15.8% Vitamin C 36.7%
Calcium 3.1% Iron 11.1%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 135
Protein 14.2 g | Carbs 3.9 g | Fat 6.9 g
Per Serving | Calories 100
Protein 10.6 g | Carbs 2.98 g | Fat 4.9 g
Per Serving | Calories 125
Protein 14.1 g | Carbs 1.53 g | Fat 6.6 g
Per Serving | Calories 117
Protein 10.7 g | Carbs 7.8 g | Fat 4.5 g
Per Serving | Calories 181
Protein 17 g | Carbs 17 g | Fat 4.9 g
Per Serving | Calories 127
Protein 9.3 g | Carbs 13.7 g | Fat 3.9 g
Per Serving | Calories 415
Protein 22.8 g | Carbs 0 g | Fat 35.8 g
Per Serving | Calories 193
Protein 10.9 g | Carbs 8.1 g | Fat 12.3 g