Penne with spinach, cheese, and eggs Recipe
Penne with spinach, cheese, and eggs has a high-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Vitamin A, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12, Vitamin D and Riboflavin.
The food contains 39.5g 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 low sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 28.2 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.
Not only that, the high fat content of this product makes it unsuitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. It's average MUFA and average 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 a good source of Vitamin B6 and Vitamin B12.
It has an average density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a 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 an average source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.
Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 25, for Penne with spinach, cheese, and eggs, and we advise that this food in moderation.
Calorie Breakdown
| Calories from Protein | 25% | |
| Calories from Fat | 41% | |
| Calories from Carbs | 34% |
Why this is good for you
- Very high in Protein
- High in Vitamin B6
- Very high in Vitamin A
- High in Vitamin D
- High in Riboflavin
- High in Dietary Fiber
Why this is bad for you
- Very high in Cholesterol
- Very high in Saturated Fat
Vitamin Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 3540 IU | 70.8% | ||
| Vitamin C | 4.1 mg | 6.8% | ||
| Vitamin D | 90 IU | 22.5% | ||
| Vitamin E | 1.2 mg | 4% | ||
| Thiamin | 0.03 mg | 1.9% | ||
| Riboflavin | 0.45 mg | 26.6% | ||
| Niacin | 0.2 mg | 1% | ||
| Vitamin B6 | 0.55 mg | 27.6% | ||
| Folate | 75.6 mcg | 18.9% | ||
| Vitamin B12 | 1.7 mcg | 28.5% | ||
| Pantothenic Acid | 0.08 mg | 0.8% |
Mineral Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 413 mg | 41.3% | ||
| Iron | 3.3 mg | 18.2% | ||
| Magnesium | 34 mg | 8.5% | ||
| Phosphorus | 388 mg | 38.8% | ||
| Potassium | 244.9 mg | 7% | ||
| Sodium | 428.1 mg | 17.8% | ||
| Zinc | 2.4 mg | 16% | ||
| Copper | 0.06 mg | 2.9% | ||
| Manganese | 0.32 mg | 15.8% | ||
| Selenium | 7.5 mcg | 10.7% |
Carbohydrate Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrate | 39.5 g | 13.2% | ||
| Dietary Fiber | 5.4 g | 21.6% | ||
| Sugars | 2 g |
Protein Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Protein | 28.2 g | 56.4% |
Fat Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 20.8 g | 32% | ||
| Saturated Fat | 8.5 g | 42.5% | ||
| Monounsaturated Fat | 6.4 g | |||
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.5 g |
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Nutrition Facts
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 463 Calories from Fat 0
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 20.8 g 32%
Saturated Fat 8.5 g 42.5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 306.1 mg 102%
Sodium 428.1 mg 17.8%
Total Carbohydrates 39.5 g 13.2%
Dietary Fiber 5.4 g21.6%
Sugars 2 g
Protein 28.2 g 56.4%
Vitamin A 70.8% Vitamin C 6.8%
Calcium 41.3% Iron 18.2%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
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