Orrechiette with Caramelized Onions, Sugar Snap Peas, and Ricotta Cheese Recipe

Orrechiette with Caramelized Onions, Sugar Snap Peas, and Ricotta Cheese has a high-calorie, high-carb, average-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin C.

The food contains 61g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is 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 14 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Because of its average fat content, it could be suitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. A quick glance at the fat profile reveals that it is average in saturated fats and low in trans 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 a low density of Sodium, it is suitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet.

Ideally consumed as a Dessert.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Orrechiette with Caramelized Onions, Sugar Snap Peas, and Ricotta Cheese has been given a composite ranking of 74, and in moderation.