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Spectacular Spinach Balls - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Spectacular Spinach Balls Recipe

Spectacular Spinach Balls has a average-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium and Folate.

The food contains 16.9g 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. With 10.3 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

However, the high fat content makes it unsuitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. It's average MUFA and low PUFA.

It has a high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a low-sodium diet. Besides other nutrients, it is average in Magnesium, which is an essential micronutrient needed to keep muscle and nerve functioning normal and heart beat rhythmic. It also helps to support a healthy immune system, and keeps bones strong. It is also an average source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Spectacular Spinach Balls has been given a composite ranking of 21, and sparingly.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein16%
 Calories from Fat58%
 Calories from Carbs26%

Why this is good for you

  • High in Protein
  • High in Calcium
  • Very high in Folate

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Cholesterol
  • Very high in Saturated Fat
  • High in Sodium

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A7.6 IU0.2%Mid 40%Average
Retinol110.1 mcg
Vitamin C5 mg8.4%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin D17.6 IU4.4%Top 30%High
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin0.84 mg4.2%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate116 mcg29%Top 10%Very High
Folic Acid13.4 mcg
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0 mg

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium222.7 mg22.3%Top 10%Very High
Iron2.5 mg14%Top 10%Very High
Magnesium58 mg14.5%Top 10%Very High
Phosphorus151.3 mg15.1%Top 30%High
Potassium310.9 mg8.9%Top 30%High
Sodium423 mg17.6%Top 30%High
Zinc0.84 mg5.6%Mid 40%Average
Copper0 mg
Manganese0.84 mg42%Top 10%Very High
Selenium11.8 mcg16.8%Top 30%High

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate14.2 g4.7%Mid 40%Average
Dietary Fiber2.3 g9.1%Top 30%High
Sugars1.3 g
Glucose0 mg
Fructose0 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein8.7 g17.3%Top 30%High
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0 mg
Isoleucine0 mg
Leucine0 mg
Lysine0.8 mg
Methionine0 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0.8 mg
Tyrosine0.8 mg
Valine0.8 mg
Arginine0.8 mg
Histidine0 mg
Alanine0 mg
Aspartic Acid0.8 mg
Glutamic Acid1.7 mg
Glycine0 mg
Proline0 mg
Serine0.8 mg
Hydroxyproline0 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat14.3 g22%Top 30%High
Saturated Fat8.3 g41.6%Top 30%High
Monounsaturated Fat3.4 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.8 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash2.5 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 254 Calories from Fat 153

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 17 g 26.2%

Saturated Fat 9.9 g 49.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 94.4 mg 31.5%

Sodium 503.4 mg 21%

Total Carbohydrates 16.9 g 5.6%

Dietary Fiber 2.7 g10.8%

Sugars 1.6 g

Protein 10.3 g 20.6%

Vitamin A 0.2% Vitamin C 10%

Calcium 26.5% Iron 16.7%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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