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Quinoa With Asparagus , Sweet Potato and Goat Cheese - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Quinoa With Asparagus, Sweet Potato and Goat Cheese Recipe

Quinoa With Asparagus, Sweet Potato and Goat Cheese has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin C, Thiamin, Riboflavin and Folate.

The food contains 25.7g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low in complex carbs and average 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. With 11.2 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Because of its average fat content, it could be suitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. It's low 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 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. 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 Quinoa With Asparagus, Sweet Potato and Goat Cheese has been given a composite ranking of 96, and on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein23%
 Calories from Fat23%
 Calories from Carbs54%

Why this is good for you

  • High in Protein
  • Low in Cholesterol
  • Very high in Dietary Fiber

Why this is bad for you

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A4.8 IU0.1%Mid 40%Average
Retinol23 mcg
Vitamin C10.1 mg16.8%Top 30%High
Vitamin D1.2 IU0.3%Mid 40%Average
Thiamin0.4 mg26.9%Top 10%Very High
Riboflavin0.4 mg23.7%Top 10%Very High
Niacin1.6 mg8.1%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate183.1 mcg45.8%Top 10%Very High
Folic Acid0 mcg
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.4 mg4%Mid 40%Average

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium54 mg5.4%Mid 40%Average
Iron1.2 mg6.7%Mid 40%Average
Magnesium25.8 mg6.5%Top 30%High
Phosphorus99.2 mg9.9%Mid 40%Average
Potassium369 mg10.5%Top 10%Very High
Sodium62.3 mg2.6%Bottom 30%Low
Zinc0.81 mg5.4%Mid 40%Average
Copper0.4 mg20.2%Top 10%Very High
Manganese0.4 mg20.2%Top 30%High
Selenium7.7 mcg10.9%Mid 40%Average

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate10.4 g3.5%Mid 40%Average
Dietary Fiber3.2 g12.7%Top 10%Very High
Starch3.2 g
Sugars2.8 g
Sucrose0.8 mg
Glucose0.8 mg
Fructose1.2 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein4.5 g9%Mid 40%Average
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0 mg
Isoleucine0 mg
Leucine0 mg
Lysine0.4 mg
Methionine0 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0 mg
Tyrosine0 mg
Valine0.4 mg
Arginine0 mg
Histidine0 mg
Alanine0 mg
Aspartic Acid0.8 mg
Glutamic Acid0.4 mg
Glycine0 mg
Proline0.4 mg
Serine0.4 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat2 g3%Bottom 30%Low
Saturated Fat1.2 g6%Mid 40%Average
Monounsaturated Fat0.4 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Water182.7 g
Ash1.2 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 174 Calories from Fat 44

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 4.9 g 7.5%

Saturated Fat 3 g 15%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 11.2 mg 3.7%

Sodium 154.4 mg 6.4%

Total Carbohydrates 25.7 g 8.6%

Dietary Fiber 7.9 g31.6%

Sugars 6.9 g

Protein 11.2 g 22.4%

Vitamin A 0.2% Vitamin C 41.7%

Calcium 13.4% Iron 16.7%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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