Mint-Lime Almond Pesto Chicken Recipe
Mint-Lime Almond Pesto Chicken has a average-calorie, low-carb, average-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Niacin.
The food contains 4.5g 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. Its sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 12.7 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 average fat content of this product makes it suitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. It's average 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".
While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has a low density of Sodium, it is suitable 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 average in Selenium, an important antioxidant especially in combination with Vitamin E. Given that this is also average in Vitamin E, it is qualifies as good food source.
It belongs to Italian 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 82, for Mint-Lime Almond Pesto Chicken, and we advise that this food on a regular basis.
Calorie Breakdown
| Calories from Protein | 44% | |
| Calories from Fat | 40% | |
| Calories from Carbs | 16% |
Why this is good for you
- High in Protein
- High in Niacin
- Very low in Saturated Fat
- Very low in Sodium
Why this is bad for you
Vitamin Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 20 IU | 0.4% | ||
| Vitamin C | 7.1 mg | 11.8% | ||
| Vitamin D | 0 IU | |||
| Vitamin E | 2.2 mg | 7.3% | ||
| Thiamin | 0.06 mg | 3.9% | ||
| Riboflavin | 0.11 mg | 6.6% | ||
| Niacin | 5.6 mg | 28.2% | ||
| Vitamin B6 | 0.28 mg | 14% | ||
| Folate | 6 mcg | 1.5% | ||
| Vitamin B12 | 0.18 mcg | 3% | ||
| Pantothenic Acid | 0.46 mg | 4.6% |
Mineral Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 32 mg | 3.2% | ||
| Iron | 0.81 mg | 4.5% | ||
| Magnesium | 36.4 mg | 9.1% | ||
| Phosphorus | 134 mg | 13.4% | ||
| Potassium | 200.6 mg | 5.7% | ||
| Sodium | 31.2 mg | 1.3% | ||
| Zinc | 0.68 mg | 4.5% | ||
| Copper | 0.12 mg | 6.1% | ||
| Manganese | 0.21 mg | 10.5% | ||
| Selenium | 8.8 mcg | 12.6% |
Carbohydrate Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrate | 4.5 g | 1.5% | ||
| Dietary Fiber | 1.7 g | 6.8% | ||
| Sugars | 0.8 g |
Protein Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Protein | 12.7 g | 25.4% |
Fat Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 5.2 g | 8% | ||
| Saturated Fat | 0.5 g | 2.5% | ||
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3 g | |||
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.2 g |
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Nutrition Facts
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 113 Calories from Fat 0
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 5.2 g 8%
Saturated Fat 0.5 g 2.5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 27.4 mg 9.1%
Sodium 31.2 mg 1.3%
Total Carbohydrates 4.5 g 1.5%
Dietary Fiber 1.7 g6.8%
Sugars 0.8 g
Protein 12.7 g 25.4%
Vitamin A 0.4% Vitamin C 11.8%
Calcium 3.2% Iron 4.5%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
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