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Quick and Easy Shrimp Fajitas - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Quick and Easy Shrimp Fajitas Recipe

Quick and Easy Shrimp Fajitas has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Vitamin C, Thiamin, Niacin and Folate.

The food contains 44.7g 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. Its sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 18.8 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 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 7.92 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. 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 Mexican cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Quick and Easy Shrimp Fajitas has been given a composite ranking of 44, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein22%
 Calories from Fat25%
 Calories from Carbs53%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • Very high in Niacin
  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • Very high in Thiamin
  • Very high in Iron
  • Very high in Folate

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Cholesterol
  • Very high in Sodium

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A850 IU17%
Vitamin C44.4 mg74%
Thiamin0.65 mg43%
Niacin13.2 mg66%
Vitamin B60.3 mg15%
Folate204 mcg51%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium150 mg15%
Iron7.9 mg44%
Magnesium60 mg15%
Potassium333 mg9.5%
Sodium1012 mg42.2%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate44.7 g14.9%
Dietary Fiber3.4 g13.6%
Sugars4.8 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein18.8 g37.6%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat9.6 g14.8%
Saturated Fat2.1 g10.5%

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 348 Calories from Fat 86

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 9.6 g 14.8%

Saturated Fat 2.1 g 10.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 115 mg 38.3%

Sodium 1012 mg 42.2%

Total Carbohydrates 44.7 g 14.9%

Dietary Fiber 3.4 g13.6%

Sugars 4.8 g

Protein 18.8 g 37.6%

Vitamin A 17% Vitamin C 74%

Calcium 15% Iron 44%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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