Moroccan Rice Salad Recipe
Moroccan Rice Salad has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin A and Vitamin C.
The food contains 22.6g 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 2.6 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
Moreover, the average fat content makes it suitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. It's low 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".
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.
While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has an average 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 belongs to Moroccan cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Side Dish.
Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 69, for Moroccan Rice Salad, and we advise that this food in moderation.
Calorie Breakdown
| Calories from Protein | 5% | |
| Calories from Fat | 50% | |
| Calories from Carbs | 45% |
Why this is good for you
- High in Vitamin A
- Very high in Vitamin C
- Low in Cholesterol
Why this is bad for you
Vitamin Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 1225 IU | 24.5% | ||
| Vitamin C | 20.7 mg | 34.5% | ||
| Vitamin D | 0 IU | |||
| Vitamin E | 1.4 mg | 4.8% | ||
| Thiamin | 0.12 mg | 7.9% | ||
| Riboflavin | 0.04 mg | 2.3% | ||
| Niacin | 1.3 mg | 6.4% | ||
| Vitamin B6 | 0.24 mg | 11.9% | ||
| Folate | 30.4 mcg | 7.6% | ||
| Vitamin B12 | 0 mcg | |||
| Pantothenic Acid | 0.34 mg | 3.4% |
Mineral Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 15 mg | 1.5% | ||
| Iron | 1 mg | 5.7% | ||
| Magnesium | 20 mg | 5% | ||
| Phosphorus | 75 mg | 7.5% | ||
| Potassium | 319.3 mg | 9.1% | ||
| Sodium | 279.2 mg | 11.6% | ||
| Zinc | 0.39 mg | 2.6% | ||
| Copper | 0.1 mg | 4.9% | ||
| Manganese | 0.25 mg | 12.6% | ||
| Selenium | 2.3 mcg | 3.3% |
Carbohydrate Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrate | 22.6 g | 7.5% | ||
| Dietary Fiber | 2 g | 8% | ||
| Sugars | 2.1 g |
Protein Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Protein | 2.6 g | 5.2% |
Fat Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 11.2 g | 17.2% | ||
| Saturated Fat | 1.7 g | 8.5% | ||
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0 g | |||
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g |
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Nutrition Facts
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 201 Calories from Fat 0
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 11.2 g 17.2%
Saturated Fat 1.7 g 8.5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 11.7 mg 3.9%
Sodium 279.2 mg 11.6%
Total Carbohydrates 22.6 g 7.5%
Dietary Fiber 2 g8%
Sugars 2.1 g
Protein 2.6 g 5.2%
Vitamin A 24.5% Vitamin C 34.5%
Calcium 1.5% Iron 5.7%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
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