Mussels With Potato and Garlic Recipe
Mussels With Potato and Garlic has a high-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12, Vitamin C, Thiamin, Riboflavin, Niacin and Folate.
The food contains 37.2g 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 low sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 49.9 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 low MUFA and average PUFA.
It a good source of Vitamin B6 and Vitamin B12.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.
It gives a good yield of Iron at 17 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 a high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a low-sodium diet. It is also high in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat. It is also a very high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.
Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.
Based on the composite nutritive standing Mussels With Potato and Garlic has been given a composite ranking of 84, and on a regular basis.
Calorie Breakdown
| Calories from Protein | 46% | |
| Calories from Fat | 19% | |
| Calories from Carbs | 35% |
Why this is good for you
- Very high in Protein
- Very high in Vitamin B6
- Very high in Niacin
- Very high in Vitamin C
- Very high in Riboflavin
- Very high in Thiamin
Why this is bad for you
- Very high in Cholesterol
- Very high in Sodium
Vitamin Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 0.17 IU | 0% | Bottom 30% | Low |
| Retinol | 31.7 mcg | |||
| Vitamin C | 9.5 mg | 15.8% | Top 30% | High |
| Vitamin D | 0 IU | |||
| Thiamin | 0.17 mg | 11.1% | Top 30% | High |
| Riboflavin | 0.17 mg | 9.8% | Top 30% | High |
| Niacin | 1.3 mg | 6.6% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.17 mg | 8.3% | Top 30% | High |
| Folate | 33.7 mcg | 8.4% | Top 30% | High |
| Folic Acid | 0 mcg | |||
| Vitamin B12 | 8 mcg | 132.7% | Top 10% | Very High |
| Pantothenic Acid | 0.33 mg | 3.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Mineral Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 23.4 mg | 2.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Iron | 2.8 mg | 15.7% | Top 10% | Very High |
| Magnesium | 28 mg | 7% | Top 30% | High |
| Phosphorus | 142.1 mg | 14.2% | Top 30% | High |
| Potassium | 0.17 mg | 0% | Bottom 30% | Low |
| Sodium | 191.1 mg | 8% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Zinc | 1.2 mg | 7.7% | Top 30% | High |
| Copper | 0.17 mg | 8.3% | Top 10% | Very High |
| Manganese | 2.3 mg | 116.1% | Top 10% | Very High |
| Selenium | 29.7 mcg | 42.4% | Top 10% | Very High |
Carbohydrate Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrate | 6.2 g | 2.1% | Bottom 30% | Low |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.45 g | 1.8% | Bottom 30% | Low |
| Sugars | 0.3 g | |||
| Glucose | 0 mg | |||
| Fructose | 0 mg | |||
| Lactose | 0 mg | |||
| Maltose | 0 mg | |||
| Galactose | 0 mg |
Protein Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Protein | 8.3 g | 16.6% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Tryptophan | 0.2 mg | |||
| Threonine | 0.3 mg | |||
| Isoleucine | 0.3 mg | |||
| Leucine | 0.3 mg | |||
| Lysine | 0.7 mg | |||
| Methionine | 0.2 mg | |||
| Cystine | 0.2 mg | |||
| Phenylalanine | 0.3 mg | |||
| Tyrosine | 0.3 mg | |||
| Valine | 0.3 mg | |||
| Arginine | 0.7 mg | |||
| Histidine | 0.2 mg | |||
| Alanine | 0.5 mg | |||
| Aspartic Acid | 0.8 mg | |||
| Glutamic Acid | 1.2 mg | |||
| Glycine | 0.5 mg | |||
| Proline | 0.3 mg | |||
| Serine | 0.3 mg |
Fat Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 1.5 g | 2.3% | Bottom 30% | Low |
| Saturated Fat | 0.28 g | 1.4% | Bottom 30% | Low |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | |||
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g |
Other Nutrients Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alcohol | 0.3 g | |||
| Ash | 1.3 g | |||
| Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
| Theobromine | 0 mg |
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Nutrition Facts
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 452 Calories from Fat 81
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 9.1 g 14%
Saturated Fat 1.7 g 8.5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 111.4 mg 37.1%
Sodium 1152.6 mg 48%
Total Carbohydrates 37.2 g 12.4%
Dietary Fiber 2.7 g10.8%
Sugars 2 g
Protein 49.9 g 99.8%
Vitamin A 0% Vitamin C 95%
Calcium 14.1% Iron 94.4%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
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