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Parmesan Frittata (from Mark Bittman's "Food Matters") - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Parmesan Frittata (from Mark Bittman's "Food Matters") Recipe

Parmesan Frittata (from Mark Bittman's "Food Matters") has a average-calorie, low-carb, average-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Riboflavin and Folate.

The food contains 10.3g 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 low sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 13.6 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. It's average 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 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 an average density of Sodium, it is suitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet. Besides other nutrients, it is average in Magnesium, which is an essential micronutrient needed to keep muscle and nerve functioning normal and heart beat rhythmic. It also helps to support a healthy immune system, and keeps bones strong. It is also high in Selenium, an important antioxidant especially in combination with Vitamin E. Given that this is also average in Vitamin E, it is qualifies as good food source.

Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 59, for Parmesan Frittata (from Mark Bittman's "Food Matters"), and we advise that this food in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein26%
 Calories from Fat55%
 Calories from Carbs19%

Why this is good for you

  • High in Protein
  • Very high in Vitamin A
  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • High in Riboflavin
  • High in Calcium
  • Very high in Folate

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Cholesterol
  • High in Saturated Fat

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A6155 IU123.1%
Vitamin C56 mg93.4%
Vitamin D26 IU6.5%
Vitamin E1.7 mg5.8%
Thiamin0.08 mg5.5%
Riboflavin0.41 mg24%
Niacin0.52 mg2.6%
Vitamin B60.2 mg10%
Folate142.4 mcg35.6%
Vitamin B120.64 mcg10.7%
Pantothenic Acid0.73 mg7.3%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium251 mg25.1%
Iron2.5 mg14%
Magnesium59.6 mg14.9%
Phosphorus201 mg20.1%
Potassium447.2 mg12.8%
Sodium322.7 mg13.4%
Zinc1.2 mg8.1%
Copper0.1 mg4.8%
Manganese0.59 mg29.6%
Selenium18.6 mcg26.6%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate10.3 g3.4%
Dietary Fiber4.2 g16.8%
Sugars3.6 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein13.6 g27.2%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat12.9 g19.8%
Saturated Fat4.2 g21%
Monounsaturated Fat6.1 g
Polyunsaturated Fat1.5 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 220 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 12.9 g 19.8%

Saturated Fat 4.2 g 21%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 220.4 mg 73.5%

Sodium 322.7 mg 13.4%

Total Carbohydrates 10.3 g 3.4%

Dietary Fiber 4.2 g16.8%

Sugars 3.6 g

Protein 13.6 g 27.2%

Vitamin A 123.1% Vitamin C 93.4%

Calcium 25.1% Iron 14%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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