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Orzo Pilaf with Green Onions and Parmesan Cheese - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Orzo Pilaf with Green Onions and Parmesan Cheese Recipe

Orzo Pilaf with Green Onions and Parmesan Cheese has a low-calorie, low-carb, average-fat and average-protein content.

The food contains 3g 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 sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 8 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Not only that, the average fat content of this product makes it suitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight.

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

Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Orzo Pilaf with Green Onions and Parmesan Cheese has been given a composite ranking of 48, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein36%
 Calories from Fat51%
 Calories from Carbs13%

Why this is good for you

  • Low in Cholesterol

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A300 IU6%
Vitamin C2.4 mg4%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium150 mg15%
Iron0.36 mg2%
Potassium160 mg4.6%
Sodium230 mg9.6%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate3 g1%
Dietary Fiber0 g
Sugars0 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein8 g16%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat5 g7.7%
Saturated Fat2 g10%

Popular Questions Asked

Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 80 Calories from Fat 45

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 5 g 7.7%

Saturated Fat 2 g 10%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 10 mg 3.3%

Sodium 230 mg 9.6%

Total Carbohydrates 3 g 1%

Dietary Fiber 0 g

Sugars 0 g

Protein 8 g 16%

Vitamin A 6% Vitamin C 4%

Calcium 15% Iron 2%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Source: http://www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/Orzo-Pilaf-with-Green-Onions-and-Parmesan-Cheese-101315 Embed Table:

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