Shrimp & Veg Scampi Recipe
Shrimp & Veg Scampi has a high-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Vitamin B12, Niacin and Folate.
The food contains 30.7g 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 31.1 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 high fat content, it could be unsuitable 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 gives a good yield of Iron at 4.99 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. 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 a very high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.
It belongs to Italian cuisine.
Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 27, for Shrimp & Veg Scampi, and we advise that this food in moderation.
Calorie Breakdown
| Calories from Protein | 29% | |
| Calories from Fat | 43% | |
| Calories from Carbs | 29% |
Why this is good for you
- Very high in Protein
- High in Niacin
- High in Iron
- Very high in Vitamin B12
- High in Folate
Why this is bad for you
- Very high in Cholesterol
- Very high in Saturated Fat
Vitamin Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 595 IU | 11.9% | ||
| Vitamin C | 8.8 mg | 14.6% | ||
| Vitamin D | 17.2 IU | 4.3% | ||
| Vitamin E | 2.2 mg | 7.3% | ||
| Thiamin | 0.19 mg | 12.5% | ||
| Riboflavin | 0.27 mg | 16% | ||
| Niacin | 5.1 mg | 25.6% | ||
| Vitamin B6 | 0.25 mg | 12.5% | ||
| Folate | 94.4 mcg | 23.6% | ||
| Vitamin B12 | 1.8 mcg | 30.6% | ||
| Pantothenic Acid | 0.86 mg | 8.6% |
Mineral Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 113 mg | 11.3% | ||
| Iron | 5 mg | 27.7% | ||
| Magnesium | 66.4 mg | 16.6% | ||
| Phosphorus | 268 mg | 26.8% | ||
| Potassium | 487.2 mg | 13.9% | ||
| Sodium | 456.5 mg | 19% | ||
| Zinc | 2.4 mg | 16.2% | ||
| Copper | 0.37 mg | 18.7% | ||
| Manganese | 0.53 mg | 26.5% | ||
| Selenium | 50.1 mcg | 71.5% |
Carbohydrate Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrate | 30.7 g | 10.2% | ||
| Dietary Fiber | 2.8 g | 11.2% | ||
| Sugars | 0.7 g |
Protein Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Protein | 31.1 g | 62.2% |
Fat Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 20.4 g | 31.4% | ||
| Saturated Fat | 6.3 g | 31.5% | ||
| Monounsaturated Fat | 10.9 g | |||
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2 g |
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Nutrition Facts
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 454 Calories from Fat 0
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 20.4 g 31.4%
Saturated Fat 6.3 g 31.5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 248.5 mg 82.8%
Sodium 456.5 mg 19%
Total Carbohydrates 30.7 g 10.2%
Dietary Fiber 2.8 g11.2%
Sugars 0.7 g
Protein 31.1 g 62.2%
Vitamin A 11.9% Vitamin C 14.6%
Calcium 11.3% Iron 27.7%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
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