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Shrimp Couscous - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Shrimp Couscous Recipe

Shrimp Couscous has a high-calorie, very high-carb, average-fat and very high-protein content.

The food contains 75g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is very high 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 38 gms of protein, it is very 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. A quick glance at the fat profile reveals that it is low in saturated fats and low in trans fats.

It has a very high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a low-sodium diet.

Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Shrimp Couscous has been given a composite ranking of 30, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein31%
 Calories from Fat9%
 Calories from Carbs60%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • No Saturated Fat

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Cholesterol
  • Very high in Sodium

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A500 IU10%
Vitamin C6 mg10%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium100 mg10%
Iron3.6 mg20%
Potassium600 mg17.1%
Sodium1370 mg57.1%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate75 g25%
Dietary Fiber5 g20%
Sugars4 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein38 g76%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat5 g7.7%
Saturated Fat0 g
Total Trans Fatty Acids0 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 500 Calories from Fat 50

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 5 g 7.7%

Saturated Fat 0 g

Trans Fat 0 g

Cholesterol 170 mg 56.7%

Sodium 1370 mg 57.1%

Total Carbohydrates 75 g 25%

Dietary Fiber 5 g20%

Sugars 4 g

Protein 38 g 76%

Vitamin A 10% Vitamin C 10%

Calcium 10% Iron 20%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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