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Saffron Couscous 2 - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Saffron Couscous 2 Recipe

Saffron Couscous 2 has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and average-protein content.

The food contains 33.9g 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 5.6 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 average fat content, it could be suitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. It's average MUFA and low PUFA.

It has a low density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet. Besides other nutrients, it is average 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.

Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 53, for Saffron Couscous 2, and we advise that this food in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein11%
 Calories from Fat21%
 Calories from Carbs68%

Why this is good for you

  • No Cholesterol
  • Low in Saturated Fat
  • Low in Sodium

Why this is bad for you

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A105.6 IU2.1%Mid 40%Average
Retinol0 mcg
Vitamin C1.9 mg3.1%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin D0 IU
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin3.7 mg18.5%Top 30%High
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate22.2 mcg5.6%Mid 40%Average
Folic Acid0 mcg
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid1.9 mg18.5%Top 10%Very High

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium27.8 mg2.8%Mid 40%Average
Iron1.9 mg10.3%Top 30%High
Magnesium37 mg9.3%Top 30%High
Phosphorus140.7 mg14.1%Top 30%High
Potassium166.7 mg4.8%Mid 40%Average
Sodium208.5 mg8.7%Mid 40%Average
Zinc0 mg
Copper0 mg
Manganese0 mg
Selenium0 mcg

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate62.8 g20.9%Top 10%Very High
Dietary Fiber4.3 g17%Top 10%Very High
Sugars0.2 g
Glucose0 mg
Fructose0 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein10.4 g20.7%Top 30%High
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0 mg
Isoleucine0 mg
Leucine0 mg
Lysine0 mg
Methionine0 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0 mg
Tyrosine0 mg
Valine0 mg
Arginine0 mg
Histidine0 mg
Alanine0 mg
Aspartic Acid0 mg
Glutamic Acid3.7 mg
Glycine0 mg
Proline0 mg
Serine0 mg
Hydroxyproline0 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat8.7 g13.4%Mid 40%Average
Saturated Fat1.1 g5.6%Mid 40%Average
Monounsaturated Fat5.6 g
Polyunsaturated Fat1.9 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash1.9 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 205 Calories from Fat 43

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 4.7 g 7.2%

Saturated Fat 0.6 g 3%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 112.6 mg 4.7%

Total Carbohydrates 33.9 g 11.3%

Dietary Fiber 2.3 g9.2%

Sugars 0.1 g

Protein 5.6 g 11.2%

Vitamin A 1.1% Vitamin C 1.7%

Calcium 1.5% Iron 5.6%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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