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Rainbow Quinoa - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Rainbow Quinoa Recipe

Rainbow Quinoa has a average-calorie, high-carb, average-fat and high-protein content.

The food contains 54.1g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is high 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 11.9 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

However, the average fat content makes it suitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. It's low 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 has an average density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet. It is also average in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Rainbow Quinoa has been given a composite ranking of 80, and on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein15%
 Calories from Fat15%
 Calories from Carbs70%

Why this is good for you

  • High in Protein
  • No Cholesterol
  • Very low in Saturated Fat
  • Very high in Dietary Fiber

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A145 IU2.9%
Vitamin C4.4 mg7.4%
Vitamin D0 IU
Vitamin E0.3 mg1%
Thiamin0.15 mg10.2%
Riboflavin0.07 mg4.3%
Niacin1 mg5.2%
Vitamin B60.13 mg6.5%
Folate78.8 mcg19.7%
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.25 mg2.5%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium26 mg2.6%
Iron1.7 mg9.5%
Magnesium49.2 mg12.3%
Phosphorus106 mg10.6%
Potassium332.5 mg9.5%
Sodium350.9 mg14.6%
Zinc0.75 mg5%
Copper0.15 mg7.4%
Manganese0.48 mg23.9%
Selenium1.3 mcg1.8%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate54.1 g18%
Dietary Fiber8.8 g35.2%
Sugars1.7 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein11.9 g23.8%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat5 g7.7%
Saturated Fat0.2 g1%
Monounsaturated Fat0.9 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.3 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 311 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 5 g 7.7%

Saturated Fat 0.2 g 1%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 350.9 mg 14.6%

Total Carbohydrates 54.1 g 18%

Dietary Fiber 8.8 g35.2%

Sugars 1.7 g

Protein 11.9 g 23.8%

Vitamin A 2.9% Vitamin C 7.4%

Calcium 2.6% Iron 9.5%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Source: http://recipes.sparkpeople.com/recipe-calories.asp?recipe=70239 Embed Table:

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