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Pesto Surprise - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Pesto Surprise Recipe

Pesto Surprise has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Niacin and Folate.

The food contains 30.5g 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 sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 13 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.

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 is also average in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat.

It belongs to Italian cuisine.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Pesto Surprise has been given a composite ranking of 59, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein20%
 Calories from Fat34%
 Calories from Carbs46%

Why this is good for you

  • High in Protein
  • High in Niacin
  • Very high in Calcium
  • Very high in Folate

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Sodium

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A400 IU8%
Vitamin C7.2 mg12%
Thiamin0.02 mg1%
Niacin5.4 mg27%
Vitamin B60.1 mg5%
Folate160 mcg40%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium310 mg31%
Iron3.4 mg19%
Magnesium40 mg10%
Potassium148 mg4.2%
Sodium881 mg36.7%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate30.5 g10.2%
Dietary Fiber2.8 g11.2%
Sugars2.1 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein13 g26%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat10 g15.4%
Saturated Fat4 g20%

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 259 Calories from Fat 90

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 10 g 15.4%

Saturated Fat 4 g 20%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 16 mg 5.3%

Sodium 881 mg 36.7%

Total Carbohydrates 30.5 g 10.2%

Dietary Fiber 2.8 g11.2%

Sugars 2.1 g

Protein 13 g 26%

Vitamin A 8% Vitamin C 12%

Calcium 31% Iron 19%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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