Rice Salad With Mint Recipe
Rice Salad With Mint has a very high-calorie, very high-carb, high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Vitamin B6, Vitamin C, Thiamin, Niacin and Folate.
The food contains 88.3g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is very high 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 12.1 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 high fat content of this product makes it unsuitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. It's average MUFA and average 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 gives a good yield of Iron at 6 gms/ serving, and should be included in an Iron rich diet. Iron is essential to help carry oxygen from the lungs to the muscles and other organs, and is especially helpful for pregnant women. It has a low density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet. Besides other nutrients, it is high 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.
Ideally consumed as a Side Dish.
Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 95, for Rice Salad With Mint, and we advise that this food on a regular basis.
Calorie Breakdown
| Calories from Protein | 9% | |
| Calories from Fat | 28% | |
| Calories from Carbs | 63% |
Why this is good for you
- High in Protein
- Very high in Vitamin B6
- Very high in Niacin
- Very high in Vitamin C
- Very high in Thiamin
- No Cholesterol
Why this is bad for you
Vitamin Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 3.3 IU | 0.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Retinol | 0 mcg | |||
| Vitamin C | 12.7 mg | 21.2% | Top 30% | High |
| Vitamin D | 0 IU | |||
| Thiamin | 0.21 mg | 13.7% | Top 10% | Very High |
| Riboflavin | 0 mg | |||
| Niacin | 1.4 mg | 7.2% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.21 mg | 10.3% | Top 30% | High |
| Folate | 65.7 mcg | 16.4% | Top 10% | Very High |
| Folic Acid | 0 mcg | |||
| Vitamin B12 | 0 mcg | |||
| Pantothenic Acid | 0.41 mg | 4.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
Mineral Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 33.3 mg | 3.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 6.8% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Magnesium | 39.4 mg | 9.9% | Top 30% | High |
| Phosphorus | 86.4 mg | 8.6% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Potassium | 0.21 mg | 0.01% | Bottom 30% | Low |
| Sodium | 9.9 mg | 0.4% | Bottom 10% | Very Low |
| Zinc | 0.62 mg | 4.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Copper | 0 mg | |||
| Manganese | 0.82 mg | 41.1% | Top 10% | Very High |
| Selenium | 4.7 mcg | 6.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
Carbohydrate Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrate | 18.1 g | 6% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.2 g | 8.6% | Top 30% | High |
| Sugars | 1.6 g | |||
| Glucose | 0.4 mg | |||
| Fructose | 0.6 mg | |||
| Lactose | 0 mg | |||
| Maltose | 0 mg | |||
| Galactose | 0 mg |
Protein Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Protein | 2.5 g | 5% | Bottom 30% | Low |
| Tryptophan | 0 mg | |||
| Threonine | 0 mg | |||
| Isoleucine | 0 mg | |||
| Leucine | 0 mg | |||
| Lysine | 0.2 mg | |||
| Methionine | 0 mg | |||
| Cystine | 0 mg | |||
| Phenylalanine | 0.2 mg | |||
| Tyrosine | 0 mg | |||
| Valine | 0.2 mg | |||
| Arginine | 0.2 mg | |||
| Histidine | 0 mg | |||
| Alanine | 0.2 mg | |||
| Aspartic Acid | 0.2 mg | |||
| Glutamic Acid | 0.6 mg | |||
| Glycine | 0.2 mg | |||
| Proline | 0.2 mg | |||
| Serine | 0.2 mg |
Fat Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 3.6 g | 5.5% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Saturated Fat | 0.49 g | 2.5% | Bottom 30% | Low |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1 g | |||
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.8 g |
Other Nutrients Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alcohol | 0 g | |||
| Ash | 0.8 g | |||
| Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
| Theobromine | 0 mg |
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Nutrition Facts
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 542 Calories from Fat 156
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 17.3 g 26.6%
Saturated Fat 2.4 g 12%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 0 mg
Sodium 48 mg 2%
Total Carbohydrates 88.3 g 29.4%
Dietary Fiber 10.5 g42%
Sugars 7.8 g
Protein 12.1 g 24.2%
Vitamin A 0.3% Vitamin C 103.3%
Calcium 16.2% Iron 33.3%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
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