Penne Pollo Alla Gorgonzola Recipe

Penne Pollo Alla Gorgonzola has a very high-calorie, very high-carb, very high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Vitamin B6, Vitamin D, Thiamin, Riboflavin, Niacin and Pantothenic Acid.

The food contains 139.6g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is very high 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 56.7 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 very high fat content makes it unsuitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. It's very high MUFA and average PUFA.

It has a high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a low-sodium diet. Besides other nutrients, it is very high 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 a very high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

It belongs to Mexican cuisine.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Penne Pollo Alla Gorgonzola has been given a composite ranking of 40, and in moderation.