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Simple Pesto Pita - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Simple Pesto Pita Recipe

Simple Pesto Pita has a average-calorie, low-carb, average-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium.

The food contains 8.7g 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 8.4 gms of protein, it is average 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.

While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has an average density of Sodium, it is suitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet. It is also an average source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

It belongs to Italian cuisine.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Simple Pesto Pita has been given a composite ranking of 16, and sparingly.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein22%
 Calories from Fat56%
 Calories from Carbs23%

Why this is good for you

  • High in Calcium

Why this is bad for you

  • High in Saturated Fat

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A658.1 IU13.2%Top 10%Very High
Retinol169.8 mcg
Vitamin C0 mg
Vitamin D16.3 IU4.1%Top 30%High
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin2.3 mg11.6%Top 30%High
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate48.8 mcg12.2%Top 30%High
Folic Acid27.9 mcg
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0 mg

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium504.7 mg50.5%Top 10%Very High
Iron2.3 mg12.9%Top 10%Very High
Magnesium27.9 mg7%Top 30%High
Phosphorus369.8 mg37%Top 10%Very High
Potassium107 mg3.1%Mid 40%Average
Sodium594.9 mg24.8%Top 10%Very High
Zinc2.3 mg15.5%Top 10%Very High
Copper0 mg
Manganese0 mg
Selenium18.6 mcg26.6%Top 30%High

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate20.2 g6.7%Mid 40%Average
Dietary Fiber0.7 g2.8%Mid 40%Average
Sugars0.7 g
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein19.5 g39.1%Top 10%Very High
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0 mg
Isoleucine0 mg
Leucine0 mg
Lysine2.3 mg
Methionine0 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0 mg
Tyrosine0 mg
Valine2.3 mg
Arginine0 mg
Histidine0 mg
Alanine0 mg
Aspartic Acid2.3 mg
Glutamic Acid4.7 mg
Glycine0 mg
Proline2.3 mg
Serine0 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat22.1 g34%Top 30%High
Saturated Fat13.7 g68.6%Top 10%Very High
Monounsaturated Fat7 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash2.3 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 155 Calories from Fat 85

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 9.5 g 14.6%

Saturated Fat 5.9 g 29.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 29.6 mg 9.9%

Sodium 255.8 mg 10.7%

Total Carbohydrates 8.7 g 2.9%

Dietary Fiber 0.3 g1.2%

Sugars 0.3 g

Protein 8.4 g 16.8%

Vitamin A 5.7% Vitamin C

Calcium 21.7% Iron 5.6%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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