Shepherd's Pie 24-Sept-2012 has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin A and Vitamin C.
The food contains 21.8g 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 sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 11.4 gms of protein, it is high 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. 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 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 has an average 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 an average source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.
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 71, for Shepherd's Pie 24-Sept-2012, and we advise that this food in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 21% | |
Calories from Fat | 39% | |
Calories from Carbs | 40% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Vitamin A | 2300 IU | 46% | ||
Vitamin C | 26.1 mg | 43.5% | ||
Vitamin D | 0 IU | |||
Vitamin E | 0.72 mg | 2.4% | ||
Thiamin | 0.14 mg | 9.3% | ||
Riboflavin | 0.19 mg | 10.9% | ||
Niacin | 3.4 mg | 16.8% | ||
Vitamin B6 | 0.31 mg | 15.3% | ||
Folate | 33.2 mcg | 8.3% | ||
Vitamin B12 | 0.8 mcg | 13.4% | ||
Pantothenic Acid | 0.53 mg | 5.3% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Calcium | 63 mg | 6.3% | ||
Iron | 2 mg | 11.2% | ||
Magnesium | 39.6 mg | 9.9% | ||
Phosphorus | 144 mg | 14.4% | ||
Potassium | 646.5 mg | 18.5% | ||
Sodium | 386.9 mg | 16.1% | ||
Zinc | 2.1 mg | 14.3% | ||
Copper | 0.21 mg | 10.3% | ||
Manganese | 0.25 mg | 12.7% | ||
Selenium | 6.3 mcg | 9% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 21.8 g | 7.3% | ||
Dietary Fiber | 3.8 g | 15.2% | ||
Sugars | 3.3 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Protein | 11.4 g | 22.8% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 9.6 g | 14.8% | ||
Saturated Fat | 3.6 g | 18% | ||
Monounsaturated Fat | 3.5 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.2 g |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 215 Calories from Fat 0
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 9.6 g 14.8%
Saturated Fat 3.6 g 18%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 29.1 mg 9.7%
Sodium 386.9 mg 16.1%
Total Carbohydrates 21.8 g 7.3%
Dietary Fiber 3.8 g15.2%
Sugars 3.3 g
Protein 11.4 g 22.8%
Vitamin A 46% Vitamin C 43.5%
Calcium 6.3% Iron 11.2%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 353
Protein 15.4 g | Carbs 21.2 g | Fat 23.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 231
Protein 6.7 g | Carbs 33 g | Fat 8.9 g
Per Serving | Calories 419
Protein 31.6 g | Carbs 14.1 g | Fat 26.4 g
Per Serving | Calories 369
Protein 17.9 g | Carbs 38.4 g | Fat 16 g
Per Serving | Calories 202
Protein 17.4 g | Carbs 20.9 g | Fat 5.4 g
Per Serving | Calories 537
Protein 24.8 g | Carbs 46.2 g | Fat 27.6 g
Per Serving | Calories 260
Protein 26.8 g | Carbs 7.2 g | Fat 14 g
Per Serving | Calories 513
Protein 61.1 g | Carbs 12.7 g | Fat 22.5 g