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Roasted Veggies with Basil-Almond Pesto over Quinoa - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Roasted Veggies with Basil-Almond Pesto over Quinoa Recipe

Roasted Veggies with Basil-Almond Pesto over Quinoa has a high-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Vitamin A, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12, Vitamin C, Thiamin, Riboflavin and Niacin.

The food contains 39.6g 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 12.8 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 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 a good source of Vitamin B6 and Vitamin B12.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 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 low 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. It is also average in Selenium, an important antioxidant especially in combination with Vitamin E. Given that this is also average in Vitamin E, it is qualifies as good food source.

It belongs to Italian cuisine.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Roasted Veggies with Basil-Almond Pesto over Quinoa has been given a composite ranking of 93, and on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein14%
 Calories from Fat43%
 Calories from Carbs43%

Why this is good for you

  • High in Protein
  • Very high in Vitamin B6
  • Very high in Niacin
  • Very high in Vitamin A
  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • High in Vitamin E

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A1930 IU38.6%
Vitamin C58.7 mg97.9%
Vitamin D0 IU
Vitamin E5.5 mg18.2%
Thiamin2.5 mg165.1%
Riboflavin4 mg236.6%
Niacin15.2 mg75.9%
Vitamin B62.5 mg126.3%
Folate75.2 mcg18.8%
Vitamin B122 mcg33.3%
Pantothenic Acid0.37 mg3.7%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium59 mg5.9%
Iron5 mg27.8%
Magnesium61.6 mg15.4%
Phosphorus531 mg53.1%
Potassium300.7 mg8.6%
Sodium29.9 mg1.2%
Zinc1.5 mg10%
Copper0.27 mg13.3%
Manganese0.6 mg30.2%
Selenium6.7 mcg9.6%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate39.6 g13.2%
Dietary Fiber7 g28%
Sugars4 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein12.8 g25.6%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat17.7 g27.2%
Saturated Fat1.7 g8.5%
Monounsaturated Fat9.4 g
Polyunsaturated Fat2.6 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 358 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 17.7 g 27.2%

Saturated Fat 1.7 g 8.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 29.9 mg 1.2%

Total Carbohydrates 39.6 g 13.2%

Dietary Fiber 7 g28%

Sugars 4 g

Protein 12.8 g 25.6%

Vitamin A 38.6% Vitamin C 97.9%

Calcium 5.9% Iron 27.8%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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