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Polenta With Tomato-Braised Beans - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Polenta With Tomato-Braised Beans Recipe

Polenta With Tomato-Braised Beans has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin C.

The food contains 41g 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. With 14 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 average MUFA and low PUFA.

It is also rich in Vitamin C, whose benefits include, but are not limited to protection against immune system deficiencies, cardiovascular disease, prenatal health problems, eye disease, and even skin wrinkling.

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. Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Polenta With Tomato-Braised Beans has been given a composite ranking of 95, and on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein20%
 Calories from Fat23%
 Calories from Carbs57%

Why this is good for you

  • High in Protein
  • High in Vitamin C
  • No Cholesterol
  • Low in Saturated Fat
  • Very high in Dietary Fiber

Why this is bad for you

  • High in Sodium

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A194.8 IU3.9%Top 30%High
Retinol0 mcg
Vitamin C3.5 mg5.8%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin D0 IU
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin0.21 mg1%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate13.6 mcg3.4%Mid 40%Average
Folic Acid0 mcg
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0 mg

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium14.6 mg1.5%Bottom 30%Low
Iron0.41 mg2.3%Mid 40%Average
Magnesium10.7 mg2.7%Bottom 30%Low
Phosphorus30.7 mg3.1%Bottom 30%Low
Potassium119.6 mg3.4%Mid 40%Average
Sodium123.7 mg5.2%Mid 40%Average
Zinc0.21 mg1.4%Mid 40%Average
Copper0 mg
Manganese0 mg
Selenium0.21 mcg0.29%Bottom 30%Low

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate8.5 g2.8%Mid 40%Average
Dietary Fiber2.1 g8.2%Top 30%High
Sugars0.9 g
Glucose0.2 mg
Fructose0.2 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein2.9 g5.8%Mid 40%Average
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0 mg
Isoleucine0 mg
Leucine0 mg
Lysine0.2 mg
Methionine0 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0 mg
Tyrosine0 mg
Valine0 mg
Arginine0 mg
Histidine0 mg
Alanine0 mg
Aspartic Acid0.2 mg
Glutamic Acid0.4 mg
Glycine0 mg
Proline0 mg
Serine0 mg
Hydroxyproline0 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat1.5 g2.3%Bottom 30%Low
Saturated Fat0.21 g1%Bottom 30%Low
Monounsaturated Fat1 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.2 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash0.8 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 277 Calories from Fat 66

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 7.4 g 11.4%

Saturated Fat 1 g 5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 600.1 mg 25%

Total Carbohydrates 41 g 13.7%

Dietary Fiber 10 g40%

Sugars 4.3 g

Protein 14 g 28%

Vitamin A 18.9% Vitamin C 28.3%

Calcium 7.1% Iron 11.1%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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