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Quick and Dirty Vegan "mac Cheese" - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Quick and Dirty Vegan "mac and Cheese" Recipe

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.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein27%
 Calories from Fat14%
 Calories from Carbs59%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • Very high in Vitamin B6
  • Very high in Niacin
  • High in Vitamin C
  • Very high in Riboflavin
  • Very high in Thiamin

Why this is bad for you

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A1.8 IU0%Mid 40%Average
Retinol0 mcg
Vitamin C5.8 mg9.7%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin D0 IU
Thiamin2.2 mg144.9%Top 10%Very High
Riboflavin0.72 mg42.6%Top 10%Very High
Niacin7.6 mg38%Top 10%Very High
Vitamin B60.36 mg18.1%Top 30%High
Folate361.2 mcg90.3%Top 10%Very High
Folic Acid0 mcg
Vitamin B120.36 mcg6%Top 30%High
Pantothenic Acid2.2 mg21.7%Top 10%Very High

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium61.6 mg6.2%Top 30%High
Iron2.2 mg12.1%Top 30%High
Magnesium62 mg15.5%Top 10%Very High
Phosphorus217.4 mg21.7%Top 10%Very High
Potassium351.1 mg10%Top 10%Very High
Sodium171.7 mg7.2%Mid 40%Average
Zinc2.2 mg14.5%Top 10%Very High
Copper0.36 mg18.1%Top 10%Very High
Manganese1.1 mg54.3%Top 10%Very High
Selenium8.7 mcg12.4%Mid 40%Average

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate28.8 g9.6%Top 30%High
Dietary Fiber7.4 g29.4%Top 10%Very High
Sugars0.3 g
Glucose0 mg
Fructose0 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein13.4 g26.8%Top 30%High
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0.7 mg
Isoleucine0.7 mg
Leucine0.7 mg
Lysine0.7 mg
Methionine0.4 mg
Cystine0.4 mg
Phenylalanine0.7 mg
Tyrosine0.4 mg
Valine0.7 mg
Arginine0.7 mg
Histidine0.4 mg
Alanine0.7 mg
Aspartic Acid1.1 mg
Glutamic Acid3.3 mg
Glycine0.7 mg
Proline0 mg
Serine0.7 mg
Hydroxyproline0 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat3 g4.6%Bottom 30%Low
Saturated Fat0.18 g0.91%Bottom 30%Low
Monounsaturated Fat1.1 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.7 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash2.2 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

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

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