Sesame-Crusted, Pan-Seared Scallops with Asian Vinaigrette has a average-calorie, low-carb, high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium and Iron.
The food contains 8g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low 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 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 high fat content makes it unsuitable 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 4 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. While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has a high density of Sodium, it is unsuitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet.
It belongs to Asian cuisine. 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 66, for Sesame-Crusted, Pan-Seared Scallops with Asian Vinaigrette, and we advise that this food in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 18% | |
Calories from Fat | 69% | |
Calories from Carbs | 12% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 3 IU | 0.1% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 205 mg | 20.5% | ||
Iron | 4 mg | 22.2% | ||
Potassium | 295 mg | 8.4% | ||
Sodium | 1000 mg | 41.7% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 8 g | 2.7% | ||
Dietary Fiber | 3 g | 12% | ||
Sugars | 0.2 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 12 g | 24% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 20 g | 30.8% | ||
Saturated Fat | 2 g | 10% | ||
Total Trans Fatty Acids | 0 g |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 252 Calories from Fat 178
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 20 g 30.8%
Saturated Fat 2 g 10%
Trans Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 15 mg 5%
Sodium 1000 mg 41.7%
Total Carbohydrates 8 g 2.7%
Dietary Fiber 3 g12%
Sugars 0.2 g
Protein 12 g 24%
Vitamin A 0.1% Vitamin C
Calcium 20.5% Iron 22.2%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per 100g | Calories 194
Protein 0 g | Carbs 14.1 g | Fat 14.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 11
Protein 0.92 g | Carbs 0.83 g | Fat 0.48 g
Per Serving | Calories 186
Protein 11 g | Carbs 1 g | Fat 15 g
Per Serving | Calories 26
Protein 0.47 g | Carbs 7 g | Fat 0.25 g
Per Serving | Calories 282
Protein 3 g | Carbs 46 g | Fat 11 g
Per Serving | Calories 705
Protein 36 g | Carbs 44 g | Fat 42 g