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Moroccan Macaroni and Cheese - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Moroccan Macaroni and Cheese Recipe

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.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein11%
 Calories from Fat46%
 Calories from Carbs42%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • Very high in Vitamin A
  • High in Iron

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Cholesterol
  • Very high in Saturated Fat

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A2000 IU40%
Vitamin C6 mg10%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium150 mg15%
Iron4.5 mg25%
Potassium430 mg12.3%
Sodium230 mg9.6%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate93 g31%
Dietary Fiber5 g20%
Sugars6 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein25 g50%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat45 g69.2%
Saturated Fat27 g135%
Total Trans Fatty Acids0 g

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Nutrition Facts

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

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