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Skewered Lamb with Almond-Mint Pesto - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Skewered Lamb with Almond-Mint Pesto Recipe

Skewered Lamb with Almond-Mint Pesto has a low-calorie, low-carb, average-fat and average-protein content.

The food contains 1g 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 sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 6 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Not only that, the average fat content of this product makes it suitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. A quick glance at the fat profile reveals that it is average in saturated fats and low in trans fats.

While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has a low density of Sodium, it is suitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet.

It belongs to Italian cuisine. Ideally consumed as an Appetizer.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Skewered Lamb with Almond-Mint Pesto has been given a composite ranking of 59, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein33%
 Calories from Fat62%
 Calories from Carbs5%

Why this is good for you

  • Low in Cholesterol
  • Low in Saturated Fat
  • Very low in Sodium

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A200 IU4%
Vitamin C1.2 mg2%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium40 mg4%
Iron0.72 mg4%
Potassium95 mg2.7%
Sodium40 mg1.7%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate1 g0.3%
Dietary Fiber0 g
Sugars0 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein6 g12%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat5 g7.7%
Saturated Fat1 g5%
Total Trans Fatty Acids0 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 70 Calories from Fat 45

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 5 g 7.7%

Saturated Fat 1 g 5%

Trans Fat 0 g

Cholesterol 15 mg 5%

Sodium 40 mg 1.7%

Total Carbohydrates 1 g 0.3%

Dietary Fiber 0 g

Sugars 0 g

Protein 6 g 12%

Vitamin A 4% Vitamin C 2%

Calcium 4% Iron 4%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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