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Quick Chicken Asparagus Toss - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Quick Chicken Asparagus Toss Recipe

Quick Chicken Asparagus Toss has a average-calorie, low-carb, average-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin B6, Vitamin C, Niacin and Folate.

The food contains 5.9g 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 sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 39.4 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.

Not only that, the average fat content of this product makes it suitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. It's average MUFA and low PUFA. In terms of Polyunsaturated Fat content it is ranked in the bottom 20% of all food items. It is also ranked in the bottom 20 percentile in terms of its Monounsaturated Fat content, which are considered among "good fats".

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 low density of Sodium, it is suitable 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 is also high in Selenium, an important antioxidant especially in combination with Vitamin E. Given that this is also average in Vitamin E, it is qualifies as good food source.

Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Quick Chicken Asparagus Toss has been given a composite ranking of 71, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein53%
 Calories from Fat39%
 Calories from Carbs8%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • Very high in Vitamin B6
  • Very high in Niacin
  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • Very low in Sodium
  • High in Folate

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Cholesterol

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A845 IU16.9%
Vitamin C18.5 mg30.9%
Vitamin D17.6 IU4.4%
Vitamin E1.7 mg5.7%
Thiamin0.19 mg12.4%
Riboflavin0.32 mg19%
Niacin18.6 mg93.2%
Vitamin B61 mg50.1%
Folate89.6 mcg22.4%
Vitamin B120.58 mcg9.7%
Pantothenic Acid1.7 mg17.4%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium83 mg8.3%
Iron3.1 mg17.4%
Magnesium58.8 mg14.7%
Phosphorus363 mg36.3%
Potassium660.5 mg18.9%
Sodium1 mg0%
Zinc1.7 mg11.6%
Copper0.24 mg12%
Manganese0.4 mg20.2%
Selenium30.8 mcg44%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate5.9 g2%
Dietary Fiber1.8 g7.2%
Sugars2 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein39.4 g78.8%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat12.9 g19.8%
Saturated Fat2.5 g12.5%
Monounsaturated Fat7.1 g
Polyunsaturated Fat1.5 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 319 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 12.9 g 19.8%

Saturated Fat 2.5 g 12.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 94.4 mg 31.5%

Sodium 1 mg 0%

Total Carbohydrates 5.9 g 2%

Dietary Fiber 1.8 g7.2%

Sugars 2 g

Protein 39.4 g 78.8%

Vitamin A 16.9% Vitamin C 30.9%

Calcium 8.3% Iron 17.4%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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