Quick & Easy Beef & Broccoli Pasta Recipe
Quick & Easy Beef & Broccoli Pasta has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin C, Thiamin, Niacin and Folate.
The food contains 41.8g 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 low sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 13.1 gms of protein, it is 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.
It has a high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a 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.
It belongs to Italian cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.
Based on the composite nutritive standing Quick & Easy Beef & Broccoli Pasta has been given a composite ranking of 65, and in moderation.
Calorie Breakdown
| Calories from Protein | 16% | |
| Calories from Fat | 33% | |
| Calories from Carbs | 51% |
Why this is good for you
- High in Protein
- Very high in Niacin
- Very high in Vitamin C
- Very high in Thiamin
- Very high in Folate
Why this is bad for you
- High in Cholesterol
- High in Sodium
Vitamin Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 835 IU | 16.7% | ||
| Vitamin C | 30.5 mg | 50.8% | ||
| Vitamin D | 0 IU | |||
| Vitamin E | 2 mg | 6.8% | ||
| Thiamin | 0.55 mg | 36.4% | ||
| Riboflavin | 0.32 mg | 19% | ||
| Niacin | 6.2 mg | 30.9% | ||
| Vitamin B6 | 0.3 mg | 14.9% | ||
| Folate | 134.8 mcg | 33.7% | ||
| Vitamin B12 | 0.92 mcg | 15.4% | ||
| Pantothenic Acid | 0.89 mg | 8.9% |
Mineral Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 54 mg | 5.4% | ||
| Iron | 3.5 mg | 19.6% | ||
| Magnesium | 56.8 mg | 14.2% | ||
| Phosphorus | 183 mg | 18.3% | ||
| Potassium | 604.9 mg | 17.3% | ||
| Sodium | 549.2 mg | 22.9% | ||
| Zinc | 2 mg | 13.3% | ||
| Copper | 0.3 mg | 14.8% | ||
| Manganese | 0.64 mg | 31.8% | ||
| Selenium | 30.3 mcg | 43.3% |
Carbohydrate Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrate | 41.8 g | 13.9% | ||
| Dietary Fiber | 3.8 g | 15.2% | ||
| Sugars | 0.4 g |
Protein Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Protein | 13.1 g | 26.2% |
Fat Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 12 g | 18.5% | ||
| Saturated Fat | 3.8 g | 19% | ||
| Monounsaturated Fat | 4.9 g | |||
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.7 g |
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Nutrition Facts
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 328 Calories from Fat 0
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 12 g 18.5%
Saturated Fat 3.8 g 19%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 64.7 mg 21.6%
Sodium 549.2 mg 22.9%
Total Carbohydrates 41.8 g 13.9%
Dietary Fiber 3.8 g15.2%
Sugars 0.4 g
Protein 13.1 g 26.2%
Vitamin A 16.7% Vitamin C 50.8%
Calcium 5.4% Iron 19.6%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
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