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Pistachio Shortbread - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Pistachio Shortbread Recipe

Pistachio Shortbread has a low-calorie, low-carb, low-fat and low-protein content.

The food contains 4g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low 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.

Because of its low fat content, it could be suitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. A quick glance at the fat profile reveals that it is average in saturated fats and low in trans fats.

It has a low density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Pistachio Shortbread has been given a composite ranking of 27, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein0%
 Calories from Fat58%
 Calories from Carbs42%

Why this is good for you

  • Low in Cholesterol
  • Very low in Sodium

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A100 IU2%
Vitamin C0 mg

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium0 mg
Iron0.36 mg2%
Potassium10 mg0.3%
Sodium20 mg0.8%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate4 g1.3%
Dietary Fiber0 g
Sugars1 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein0 g

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat2.5 g3.8%
Saturated Fat1.5 g7.5%
Total Trans Fatty Acids0 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 40 Calories from Fat 25

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 2.5 g 3.8%

Saturated Fat 1.5 g 7.5%

Trans Fat 0 g

Cholesterol 10 mg 3.3%

Sodium 20 mg 0.8%

Total Carbohydrates 4 g 1.3%

Dietary Fiber 0 g

Sugars 1 g

Protein 0 g

Vitamin A 2% Vitamin C

Calcium Iron 2%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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