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Polenta with Fontina and Spinach - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Polenta with Fontina and Spinach Recipe

Polenta with Fontina and Spinach has a low-calorie, low-carb, low-fat and average-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. With 3 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Moreover, the low fat content makes it suitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. A quick glance at the fat profile reveals that it is average in saturated fats and low in trans fats.

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

It belongs to Italian cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Polenta with Fontina and Spinach has been given a composite ranking of 28, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein26%
 Calories from Fat39%
 Calories from Carbs35%

Why this is good for you

  • Very low in Cholesterol
  • Low in Saturated Fat

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A750 IU15%
Vitamin C4.8 mg8%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium100 mg10%
Iron0.36 mg2%
Potassium55 mg1.6%
Sodium320 mg13.3%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate4 g1.3%
Dietary Fiber0 g
Sugars0 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein3 g6%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat2 g3.1%
Saturated Fat1 g5%
Total Trans Fatty Acids0 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 45 Calories from Fat 15

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 2 g 3.1%

Saturated Fat 1 g 5%

Trans Fat 0 g

Cholesterol 5 mg 1.7%

Sodium 320 mg 13.3%

Total Carbohydrates 4 g 1.3%

Dietary Fiber 0 g

Sugars 0 g

Protein 3 g 6%

Vitamin A 15% Vitamin C 8%

Calcium 10% Iron 2%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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