Roasted Garbanzo Beans and Garlic with Swiss Chard 1 Recipe

Roasted Garbanzo Beans and Garlic with Swiss Chard 1 has a very high-calorie, average-carb, very high-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Iron.

The food contains 32g 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 low sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 10 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Because of its very high fat content, it could be unsuitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. A quick glance at the fat profile reveals that it is high in saturated fats and low in trans fats.

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 an average density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet.

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

Based on the composite nutritive standing Roasted Garbanzo Beans and Garlic with Swiss Chard 1 has been given a composite ranking of 75, and in moderation.