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Pasta and Lentils - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Pasta and Lentils Recipe

Pasta and Lentils has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and high-protein content.

The food contains 43.4g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average 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 sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 10.9 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 low 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".

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 belongs to Italian cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Pasta and Lentils has been given a composite ranking of 71, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein17%
 Calories from Fat17%
 Calories from Carbs67%

Why this is good for you

  • High in Protein
  • Very low in Cholesterol
  • Low in Saturated Fat
  • Very high in Dietary Fiber

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Sodium

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A650 IU13%
Vitamin C3.6 mg6%
Vitamin D0 IU
Vitamin E0 mg
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin0 mg
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate0 mcg
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0 mg

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium78 mg7.8%
Iron1.9 mg10.8%
Magnesium0 mg
Phosphorus0 mg
Potassium0 mg
Sodium736.8 mg30.7%
Zinc0 mg
Copper0 mg
Manganese0 mg
Selenium0 mcg

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate43.4 g14.5%
Dietary Fiber9.3 g37.2%
Sugars8.4 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein10.9 g21.8%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat4.8 g7.4%
Saturated Fat0.7 g3.5%
Monounsaturated Fat0 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 235 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 4.8 g 7.4%

Saturated Fat 0.7 g 3.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 3.6 mg 1.2%

Sodium 736.8 mg 30.7%

Total Carbohydrates 43.4 g 14.5%

Dietary Fiber 9.3 g37.2%

Sugars 8.4 g

Protein 10.9 g 21.8%

Vitamin A 13% Vitamin C 6%

Calcium 7.8% Iron 10.8%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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