Quick and Dirty Vegan "mac and Cheese" has a very high-calorie, very high-carb, average-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Vitamin B6, Vitamin C, Thiamin, Riboflavin, Niacin, Folate and Pantothenic Acid.
The food contains 79.5g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is very high 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 37 gms of protein, it is very high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
However, 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.
It gives a good yield of Iron at 6 gms/ serving, and should be included in an Iron rich diet. Iron is essential to help carry oxygen from the lungs to the muscles and other organs, and is especially helpful for pregnant women. It has an average density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet. It is also high in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat. It is also a high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.
Based on the composite nutritive standing Quick and Dirty Vegan "mac and Cheese" has been given a composite ranking of 96, and on a regular basis.
Calories from Protein | 27% | |
Calories from Fat | 14% | |
Calories from Carbs | 59% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 1.8 IU | 0% | Mid 40% | Average |
Retinol | 0 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 5.8 mg | 9.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
Vitamin D | 0 IU | |||
Thiamin | 2.2 mg | 144.9% | Top 10% | Very High |
Riboflavin | 0.72 mg | 42.6% | Top 10% | Very High |
Niacin | 7.6 mg | 38% | Top 10% | Very High |
Vitamin B6 | 0.36 mg | 18.1% | Top 30% | High |
Folate | 361.2 mcg | 90.3% | Top 10% | Very High |
Folic Acid | 0 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 0.36 mcg | 6% | Top 30% | High |
Pantothenic Acid | 2.2 mg | 21.7% | Top 10% | Very High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 61.6 mg | 6.2% | Top 30% | High |
Iron | 2.2 mg | 12.1% | Top 30% | High |
Magnesium | 62 mg | 15.5% | Top 10% | Very High |
Phosphorus | 217.4 mg | 21.7% | Top 10% | Very High |
Potassium | 351.1 mg | 10% | Top 10% | Very High |
Sodium | 171.7 mg | 7.2% | Mid 40% | Average |
Zinc | 2.2 mg | 14.5% | Top 10% | Very High |
Copper | 0.36 mg | 18.1% | Top 10% | Very High |
Manganese | 1.1 mg | 54.3% | Top 10% | Very High |
Selenium | 8.7 mcg | 12.4% | Mid 40% | Average |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 28.8 g | 9.6% | Top 30% | High |
Dietary Fiber | 7.4 g | 29.4% | Top 10% | Very High |
Sugars | 0.3 g | |||
Glucose | 0 mg | |||
Fructose | 0 mg | |||
Lactose | 0 mg | |||
Maltose | 0 mg | |||
Galactose | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 13.4 g | 26.8% | Top 30% | High |
Tryptophan | 0 mg | |||
Threonine | 0.7 mg | |||
Isoleucine | 0.7 mg | |||
Leucine | 0.7 mg | |||
Lysine | 0.7 mg | |||
Methionine | 0.4 mg | |||
Cystine | 0.4 mg | |||
Phenylalanine | 0.7 mg | |||
Tyrosine | 0.4 mg | |||
Valine | 0.7 mg | |||
Arginine | 0.7 mg | |||
Histidine | 0.4 mg | |||
Alanine | 0.7 mg | |||
Aspartic Acid | 1.1 mg | |||
Glutamic Acid | 3.3 mg | |||
Glycine | 0.7 mg | |||
Proline | 0 mg | |||
Serine | 0.7 mg | |||
Hydroxyproline | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 3 g | 4.6% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Saturated Fat | 0.18 g | 0.91% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Monounsaturated Fat | 1.1 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Alcohol | 0 g | |||
Ash | 2.2 g | |||
Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
Theobromine | 0 mg |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 501 Calories from Fat 75
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 8.3 g 12.8%
Saturated Fat 0.5 g 2.5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 3.5 mg 1.2%
Sodium 474 mg 19.8%
Total Carbohydrates 79.5 g 26.5%
Dietary Fiber 20.3 g81.2%
Sugars 0.9 g
Protein 37 g 74%
Vitamin A 0.1% Vitamin C 26.7%
Calcium 17% Iron 33.3%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 299
Protein 6.9 g | Carbs 53 g | Fat 6.6 g
Per Serving | Calories 182
Protein 13.4 g | Carbs 2.29 g | Fat 13.4 g
Per Serving | Calories 333
Protein 17.9 g | Carbs 23.3 g | Fat 18.5 g
Per Serving | Calories 347
Protein 13.6 g | Carbs 44.1 g | Fat 13.3 g
Per Serving | Calories 60
Protein 2.9 g | Carbs 2.2 g | Fat 4.5 g
Per Serving | Calories 644
Protein 10.3 g | Carbs 74.2 g | Fat 35.8 g
Per Serving | Calories 144
Protein 4.4 g | Carbs 14.3 g | Fat 8.4 g
Per Serving | Calories 333
Protein 7.1 g | Carbs 65.7 g | Fat 4.3 g