Moroccan Macaroni and Cheese Recipe has a very high-calorie, very high-carb, very high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron and Vitamin A.
The food contains 93g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is very high in complex carbs and average 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 average sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 25 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 very high fat content of this product makes it unsuitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. A quick glance at the fat profile reveals that it is very high in saturated fats and low in trans fats.
It gives a good yield of Iron at 4.5 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 an average density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet.
It belongs to Moroccan cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.
Based on the composite nutritive standing Moroccan Macaroni and Cheese Recipe has been given a composite ranking of 42, and in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 11% | |
Calories from Fat | 46% | |
Calories from Carbs | 42% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 150 mg | 15% | ||
Iron | 4.5 mg | 25% | ||
Potassium | 430 mg | 12.3% | ||
Sodium | 230 mg | 9.6% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 93 g | 31% | ||
Dietary Fiber | 5 g | 20% | ||
Sugars | 6 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 25 g | 50% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 45 g | 69.2% | ||
Saturated Fat | 27 g | 135% | ||
Total Trans Fatty Acids | 0 g |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 870 Calories from Fat 410
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 45 g 69.2%
Saturated Fat 27 g 135%
Trans Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 130 mg 43.3%
Sodium 230 mg 9.6%
Total Carbohydrates 93 g 31%
Dietary Fiber 5 g20%
Sugars 6 g
Protein 25 g 50%
Vitamin A 40% Vitamin C 10%
Calcium 15% Iron 25%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 590
Protein 31 g | Carbs 41 g | Fat 33 g
Per Serving | Calories 570
Protein 27 g | Carbs 52 g | Fat 28 g
Per Serving | Calories 810
Protein 38 g | Carbs 59 g | Fat 47 g
Per Serving | Calories 350
Protein 16 g | Carbs 54 g | Fat 8 g
Per Serving | Calories 240
Protein 8 g | Carbs 32 g | Fat 8 g
Per Serving | Calories 640
Protein 32 g | Carbs 72 g | Fat 28 g
Per Serving | Calories 530
Protein 14 g | Carbs 43 g | Fat 36 g
Per Serving | Calories 500
Protein 32 g | Carbs 28 g | Fat 28 g