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Pesto Chicken Rotini - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Pesto Chicken Rotini Recipe

Pesto Chicken Rotini has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and high-protein content.

The food contains 37g 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 12.2 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Moreover, the average fat content makes it suitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. 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 an average density of Sodium, it is suitable 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 Pesto Chicken Rotini has been given a composite ranking of 74, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein20%
 Calories from Fat18%
 Calories from Carbs62%

Why this is good for you

  • High in Protein
  • Low in Cholesterol
  • Very low in Saturated Fat

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A0 IU
Vitamin C0 mg
Vitamin D0 IU
Vitamin E0.76 mg2.5%
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin0 mg
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate0 mcg
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0 mg

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium0 mg
Iron0.16 mg0.9%
Magnesium0 mg
Phosphorus0 mg
Potassium0 mg
Sodium175.6 mg7.3%
Zinc0 mg
Copper0 mg
Manganese0 mg
Selenium0 mcg

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate37 g12.3%
Dietary Fiber4.3 g17.2%
Sugars1.1 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein12.2 g24.4%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat4.7 g7.2%
Saturated Fat0.3 g1.5%
Monounsaturated Fat2.1 g
Polyunsaturated Fat1.1 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 228 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 4.7 g 7.2%

Saturated Fat 0.3 g 1.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 14 mg 4.7%

Sodium 175.6 mg 7.3%

Total Carbohydrates 37 g 12.3%

Dietary Fiber 4.3 g17.2%

Sugars 1.1 g

Protein 12.2 g 24.4%

Vitamin A Vitamin C

Calcium Iron 0.9%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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