Penne with Sausage and Peas Recipe
Penne with Sausage and Peas has a high-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Thiamin and Folate.
The food contains 46.2g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average 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 23.9 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 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.
It gives a good yield of Iron at 4.19 gms/ serving, and should be included in an Iron rich diet. Iron is essential to help carry oxygen from the lungs to the muscles and other organs, and is especially helpful for pregnant women. 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.
Based on the composite nutritive standing Penne with Sausage and Peas has been given a composite ranking of 77, and in moderation.
Calorie Breakdown
| Calories from Protein | 26% | |
| Calories from Fat | 25% | |
| Calories from Carbs | 49% |
Why this is good for you
- Very high in Protein
- High in Vitamin A
- High in Vitamin C
- Very high in Thiamin
- Very low in Cholesterol
- High in Dietary Fiber
Why this is bad for you
- High in Sodium
Vitamin Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 1425 IU | 28.5% | ||
| Vitamin C | 15.8 mg | 26.3% | ||
| Vitamin D | 0 IU | |||
| Vitamin E | 0.9 mg | 3% | ||
| Thiamin | 0.63 mg | 42.3% | ||
| Riboflavin | 0.32 mg | 18.9% | ||
| Niacin | 3.9 mg | 19.5% | ||
| Vitamin B6 | 0.1 mg | 5.2% | ||
| Folate | 184.4 mcg | 46.1% | ||
| Vitamin B12 | 0.02 mcg | 0.4% | ||
| Pantothenic Acid | 0.23 mg | 2.3% |
Mineral Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 75 mg | 7.5% | ||
| Iron | 4.2 mg | 23.3% | ||
| Magnesium | 15.6 mg | 3.9% | ||
| Phosphorus | 52 mg | 5.2% | ||
| Potassium | 238.5 mg | 6.8% | ||
| Sodium | 677.6 mg | 28.2% | ||
| Zinc | 0.33 mg | 2.2% | ||
| Copper | 0.09 mg | 4.4% | ||
| Manganese | 0.18 mg | 8.9% | ||
| Selenium | 1.3 mcg | 1.8% |
Carbohydrate Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrate | 46.2 g | 15.4% | ||
| Dietary Fiber | 5.9 g | 23.6% | ||
| Sugars | 3.3 g |
Protein Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Protein | 23.9 g | 47.8% |
Fat Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 10.4 g | 16% | ||
| Saturated Fat | 1.5 g | 7.5% | ||
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3.5 g | |||
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g |
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Nutrition Facts
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 354 Calories from Fat 0
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 10.4 g 16%
Saturated Fat 1.5 g 7.5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 1.3 mg 0.4%
Sodium 677.6 mg 28.2%
Total Carbohydrates 46.2 g 15.4%
Dietary Fiber 5.9 g23.6%
Sugars 3.3 g
Protein 23.9 g 47.8%
Vitamin A 28.5% Vitamin C 26.3%
Calcium 7.5% Iron 23.3%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
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