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Shrimp Scampi on Couscous - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Shrimp Scampi on Couscous Recipe

Shrimp Scampi on Couscous has a high-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron.

With 37.2 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.

Moreover, the average fat content makes it suitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan.

It gives a good yield of Iron at 6.1 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 Italian cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Shrimp Scampi on Couscous has been given a composite ranking of 13, and sparingly.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein38%
 Calories from Fat18%
 Calories from Carbs45%

Why this is good for you

  • High in Dietary Fiber
  • Very high in Protein
  • Very high in Iron

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Cholesterol
  • Very high in Sodium

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium124 mg12.4%
Iron6.1 mg33.9%
Sodium967 mg40.3%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate44.2 g14.7%
Dietary Fiber5.3 g21.2%

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein37.2 g74.4%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat7.9 g12.2%
Saturated Fat1.2 g6%

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 401 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 7.9 g 12.2%

Saturated Fat 1.2 g 6%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 280 mg 93.3%

Sodium 967 mg 40.3%

Total Carbohydrates 44.2 g 14.7%

Dietary Fiber 5.3 g21.2%

Sugars

Protein 37.2 g 74.4%

Vitamin A Vitamin C

Calcium 12.4% Iron 33.9%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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