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Moroccan Spiced Lentils - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Moroccan Spiced Lentils Recipe

Moroccan Spiced Lentils has a low-calorie, low-carb, low-fat and low-protein content.

The food contains 7g 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 low sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 2.4 gms of protein, it is low in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Because of its low 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. 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 has an average density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet.

It belongs to Moroccan cuisine.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Moroccan Spiced Lentils has been given a composite ranking of 81, and on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein18%
 Calories from Fat31%
 Calories from Carbs51%

Why this is good for you

  • No Cholesterol
  • Very low in Saturated Fat

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A150 IU3%
Vitamin C1.1 mg1.8%
Vitamin D0 IU
Vitamin E0.26 mg0.87%
Thiamin0.05 mg3.2%
Riboflavin0.02 mg1.3%
Niacin0.3 mg1.5%
Vitamin B60.06 mg2.8%
Folate46.8 mcg11.7%
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.17 mg1.7%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium12 mg1.2%
Iron1.2 mg6.8%
Magnesium11.6 mg2.9%
Phosphorus50 mg5%
Potassium114.3 mg3.3%
Sodium275.2 mg11.5%
Zinc0.36 mg2.4%
Copper0.07 mg3.6%
Manganese0.17 mg8.6%
Selenium0.84 mcg1.2%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate7 g2.3%
Dietary Fiber2.3 g9.2%
Sugars0.6 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein2.4 g4.8%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat1.9 g2.9%
Saturated Fat0.3 g1.5%
Monounsaturated Fat1.3 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.2 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 54 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 1.9 g 2.9%

Saturated Fat 0.3 g 1.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 275.2 mg 11.5%

Total Carbohydrates 7 g 2.3%

Dietary Fiber 2.3 g9.2%

Sugars 0.6 g

Protein 2.4 g 4.8%

Vitamin A 3% Vitamin C 1.8%

Calcium 1.2% Iron 6.8%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Source: http://recipes.sparkpeople.com/recipe-calories.asp?recipe=757430 Embed Table:

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