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Quinoa Tuna Casserole - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Quinoa Tuna Casserole Recipe

Quinoa Tuna Casserole has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Niacin and Folate.

The food contains 20.3g 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 7 gms of protein, it is average 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 has an average density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet. Besides other nutrients, it is average in Magnesium, which is an essential micronutrient needed to keep muscle and nerve functioning normal and heart beat rhythmic. It also helps to support a healthy immune system, and keeps bones strong.

Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Quinoa Tuna Casserole has been given a composite ranking of 54, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein16%
 Calories from Fat39%
 Calories from Carbs45%

Why this is good for you

  • High in Niacin
  • High in Folate

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A150 IU3%
Vitamin C2.4 mg4%
Thiamin0.14 mg9%
Niacin5 mg25%
Vitamin B60.24 mg12%
Folate120 mcg30%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium40 mg4%
Iron2.7 mg15%
Magnesium76 mg19%
Potassium236 mg6.7%
Sodium358 mg14.9%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate20.3 g6.8%
Dietary Fiber2.3 g9.2%
Sugars1.8 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein7 g14%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat7.7 g11.8%
Saturated Fat3.4 g17%

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 176 Calories from Fat 69

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 7.7 g 11.8%

Saturated Fat 3.4 g 17%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 29 mg 9.7%

Sodium 358 mg 14.9%

Total Carbohydrates 20.3 g 6.8%

Dietary Fiber 2.3 g9.2%

Sugars 1.8 g

Protein 7 g 14%

Vitamin A 3% Vitamin C 4%

Calcium 4% Iron 15%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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