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Moroccan Turkey With Cranberry Couscous - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Moroccan Turkey With Cranberry Couscous Recipe

Moroccan Turkey With Cranberry Couscous has a high-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin B6, Vitamin C and Niacin.

The food contains 34g 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. With 30.1 gms of protein, it is very high 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 average MUFA and low PUFA.

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 a high density of Sodium, it is unsuitable 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 a high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

It belongs to Moroccan cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Moroccan Turkey With Cranberry Couscous has been given a composite ranking of 68, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein35%
 Calories from Fat26%
 Calories from Carbs39%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • Very high in Vitamin B6
  • Very high in Niacin
  • Very high in Vitamin C

Why this is bad for you

  • High in Cholesterol
  • High in Sodium

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietAVERAGE

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A227.5 IU4.5%Top 30%High
Retinol0.8 mcg
Vitamin C13.5 mg22.5%Top 30%High
Vitamin D0 IU
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin2.9 mg14.3%Top 30%High
Vitamin B60.41 mg20.5%Top 10%Very High
Folate13.5 mcg3.4%Mid 40%Average
Folic Acid0 mcg
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.41 mg4.1%Mid 40%Average

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium20.9 mg2.1%Mid 40%Average
Iron1.2 mg6.8%Mid 40%Average
Magnesium22.5 mg5.6%Mid 40%Average
Phosphorus120.1 mg12%Mid 40%Average
Potassium211.5 mg6%Top 30%High
Sodium197 mg8.2%Mid 40%Average
Zinc0.82 mg5.5%Mid 40%Average
Copper0 mg
Manganese0.41 mg20.5%Top 30%High
Selenium10.7 mcg15.2%Mid 40%Average

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate13.9 g4.6%Mid 40%Average
Dietary Fiber1.3 g5.1%Mid 40%Average
Sugars1.4 g
Glucose0.4 mg
Fructose0 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein12.3 g24.7%Top 30%High
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0.4 mg
Isoleucine0.4 mg
Leucine0.4 mg
Lysine0.8 mg
Methionine0.4 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0.4 mg
Tyrosine0.4 mg
Valine0.8 mg
Arginine0.8 mg
Histidine0.4 mg
Alanine0.8 mg
Aspartic Acid1.2 mg
Glutamic Acid2.5 mg
Glycine0.8 mg
Proline0 mg
Serine0.4 mg
Hydroxyproline0 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat4 g6.2%Mid 40%Average
Saturated Fat0.98 g4.9%Mid 40%Average
Monounsaturated Fat1.6 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.8 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash1.2 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 352 Calories from Fat 88

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 9.8 g 15.1%

Saturated Fat 2.4 g 12%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 73.7 mg 24.6%

Sodium 480.8 mg 20%

Total Carbohydrates 34 g 11.3%

Dietary Fiber 3.1 g12.4%

Sugars 3.4 g

Protein 30.1 g 60.2%

Vitamin A 11.1% Vitamin C 55%

Calcium 5.1% Iron 16.7%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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