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Spicy Spinach Omelet - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Spicy Spinach Omelet Recipe

Spicy Spinach Omelet has a average-calorie, low-carb, average-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Iron, Vitamin A, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12, Vitamin C, Riboflavin, Folate and Pantothenic Acid.

The food contains 1.9g 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 21.9 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 average fat content of this product makes it suitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. It's average MUFA and average 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 a good source of Vitamin B6 and Vitamin B12.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 4.16 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. While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has a high density of Sodium, it is unsuitable if you are aiming for a healthy, 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 high in Selenium, an important antioxidant especially in combination with Vitamin E. Given that this is also average in Vitamin E, it is qualifies as good food source.

Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 92, for Spicy Spinach Omelet, and we advise that this food on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein52%
 Calories from Fat44%
 Calories from Carbs4%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • High in Vitamin B6
  • Very high in Vitamin A
  • High in Vitamin C
  • High in Vitamin E
  • Very high in Riboflavin

Why this is bad for you

  • High in Sodium

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A4265 IU85.3%
Vitamin C13.3 mg22.1%
Vitamin D80 IU20%
Vitamin E5.2 mg17.3%
Thiamin0.16 mg10.8%
Riboflavin0.57 mg33.4%
Niacin0.36 mg1.8%
Vitamin B60.46 mg23.1%
Folate157.2 mcg39.3%
Vitamin B121.6 mcg26.3%
Pantothenic Acid3.4 mg34%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium496 mg49.6%
Iron4.2 mg23.1%
Magnesium34.8 mg8.7%
Phosphorus166 mg16.6%
Potassium581 mg16.6%
Sodium685.5 mg28.6%
Zinc1.8 mg11.9%
Copper0.07 mg3.4%
Manganese0.28 mg13.9%
Selenium31.5 mcg45%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate1.9 g0.6%
Dietary Fiber0.7 g2.8%
Sugars0.9 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein21.9 g43.8%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat8.3 g12.8%
Saturated Fat0.8 g4%
Monounsaturated Fat3.1 g
Polyunsaturated Fat3.1 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 182 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 8.3 g 12.8%

Saturated Fat 0.8 g 4%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 1.3 mg 0.4%

Sodium 685.5 mg 28.6%

Total Carbohydrates 1.9 g 0.6%

Dietary Fiber 0.7 g2.8%

Sugars 0.9 g

Protein 21.9 g 43.8%

Vitamin A 85.3% Vitamin C 22.1%

Calcium 49.6% Iron 23.1%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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