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Spicy Macaroni and Cheese with Chorizo Sausage - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Spicy Macaroni and Cheese with Chorizo Sausage Recipe

Spicy Macaroni and Cheese with Chorizo Sausage has a very high-calorie, high-carb, high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium and Vitamin A.

The food contains 68g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is high in complex carbs and average 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. It contains a low amount of carbohydrates, making it suitable for some of the low-carb diets. Its average sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is often undesirable a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 28 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 However, the high fat content makes it unsuitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. A quick glance at the fat profile reveals that it is very high in saturated fats and low in trans fats.

It has a high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a low-sodium diet.

It belongs to Mexican cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Spicy Macaroni and Cheese with Chorizo Sausage has been given a composite ranking of 44, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein17%
 Calories from Fat41%
 Calories from Carbs42%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • High in Vitamin A
  • Very high in Calcium

Why this is bad for you

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

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A1250 IU25%
Vitamin C12 mg20%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium600 mg60%
Iron3.6 mg20%
Potassium680 mg19.4%
Sodium1070 mg44.6%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate68 g22.7%
Dietary Fiber4 g16%
Sugars12 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein28 g56%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat30 g46.2%
Saturated Fat17 g85%
Total Trans Fatty Acids0 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 660 Calories from Fat 270

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 30 g 46.2%

Saturated Fat 17 g 85%

Trans Fat 0 g

Cholesterol 85 mg 28.3%

Sodium 1070 mg 44.6%

Total Carbohydrates 68 g 22.7%

Dietary Fiber 4 g16%

Sugars 12 g

Protein 28 g 56%

Vitamin A 25% Vitamin C 20%

Calcium 60% Iron 20%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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