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Spicy Shrimp with Andouille Sausage on Grits - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Spicy Shrimp with Andouille Sausage on Grits Recipe

Spicy Shrimp with Andouille Sausage on Grits has a high-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Iron, Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin D and Riboflavin.

The food contains 29.9g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average 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. Its average sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 11.7 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Not only that, the high fat content of this product makes it unsuitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. It's high 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 is also rich in Vitamin C, whose benefits include, but are not limited to protection against immune system deficiencies, cardiovascular disease, prenatal health problems, eye disease, and even skin wrinkling.

It gives a good yield of Iron at 5.89 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 a high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable 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 an average source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Spicy Shrimp with Andouille Sausage on Grits has been given a composite ranking of 65, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein11%
 Calories from Fat61%
 Calories from Carbs28%

Why this is good for you

  • High in Protein
  • Very high in Vitamin A
  • High in Vitamin D
  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • High in Riboflavin
  • High in Calcium

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Saturated Fat
  • Very high in Sodium

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A2535 IU50.7%
Vitamin C123.3 mg205.5%
Vitamin D90.4 IU22.6%
Vitamin E1.7 mg5.8%
Thiamin0.26 mg17.3%
Riboflavin0.44 mg25.8%
Niacin3.2 mg15.9%
Vitamin B60.35 mg17.3%
Folate57.6 mcg14.4%
Vitamin B120.79 mcg13.2%
Pantothenic Acid0.93 mg9.3%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium241 mg24.1%
Iron5.9 mg32.7%
Magnesium36 mg9%
Phosphorus211 mg21.1%
Potassium549.7 mg15.7%
Sodium845.8 mg35.2%
Zinc1.3 mg8.4%
Copper0.15 mg7.5%
Manganese0.26 mg13%
Selenium4.9 mcg7%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate29.9 g10%
Dietary Fiber2.2 g8.8%
Sugars6.7 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein11.7 g23.4%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat28.8 g44.3%
Saturated Fat10.3 g51.5%
Monounsaturated Fat13.8 g
Polyunsaturated Fat2.7 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 430 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 28.8 g 44.3%

Saturated Fat 10.3 g 51.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 55.3 mg 18.4%

Sodium 845.8 mg 35.2%

Total Carbohydrates 29.9 g 10%

Dietary Fiber 2.2 g8.8%

Sugars 6.7 g

Protein 11.7 g 23.4%

Vitamin A 50.7% Vitamin C 205.5%

Calcium 24.1% Iron 32.7%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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