Polenta with Chunky Tomato Sauce and Pecorino Romano Recipe
Polenta with Chunky Tomato Sauce and Pecorino Romano has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and average-protein content.
With 9 gms of protein, it is average 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 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".
It has a high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a low-sodium diet.
It belongs to Italian cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Side Dish.
Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 69, for Polenta with Chunky Tomato Sauce and Pecorino Romano, and we advise that this food in moderation.
Calorie Breakdown
| Calories from Protein | 14% | |
| Calories from Fat | 23% | |
| Calories from Carbs | 63% |
Why this is good for you
- Low in Cholesterol
Why this is bad for you
- High in Sodium
Mineral Analysis
Carbohydrate Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrate | 40.4 g | 13.5% | ||
| Dietary Fiber | 5 g | 20% |
Protein Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Protein | 9 g | 18% |
Fat Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 6.7 g | 10.3% | ||
| Saturated Fat | 2.4 g | 12% | ||
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2.4 g | |||
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1 g |
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Nutrition Facts
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 251 Calories from Fat 60
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 6.7 g 10.3%
Saturated Fat 2.4 g 12%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 14 mg 4.7%
Sodium 549 mg 22.9%
Total Carbohydrates 40.4 g 13.5%
Dietary Fiber 5 g20%
Sugars
Protein 9 g 18%
Vitamin A Vitamin C
Calcium 15.4% Iron 6.1%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
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