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Risotto with Squash Blossoms - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Risotto with Squash Blossoms Recipe

Risotto with Squash Blossoms has a high-calorie, very high-carb, average-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron.

The food contains 76g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is 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. Its sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 15 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. A quick glance at the fat profile reveals that it is average in saturated fats and low in trans fats.

It gives a good yield of Iron at 5 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 high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a low-sodium diet.

It belongs to Italian cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Risotto with Squash Blossoms has been given a composite ranking of 54, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein14%
 Calories from Fat17%
 Calories from Carbs70%

Why this is good for you

  • Low in Saturated Fat
  • High in Protein
  • High in Iron

Why this is bad for you

  • High in Cholesterol
  • Very high in Sodium

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A9 IU0.2%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium85 mg8.5%
Iron5 mg27.8%
Potassium526 mg15%
Sodium1000 mg41.7%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate76 g25.3%
Dietary Fiber4 g16%
Sugars9 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein15 g30%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat8 g12.3%
Saturated Fat1 g5%
Total Trans Fatty Acids0 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 453 Calories from Fat 73

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 8 g 12.3%

Saturated Fat 1 g 5%

Trans Fat 0 g

Cholesterol 61 mg 20.3%

Sodium 1000 mg 41.7%

Total Carbohydrates 76 g 25.3%

Dietary Fiber 4 g16%

Sugars 9 g

Protein 15 g 30%

Vitamin A 0.2% Vitamin C

Calcium 8.5% Iron 27.8%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Source: http://www.yummly.com/recipe/Risotto-with-Squash-Blossoms-Martha-Stewart Embed Table:

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