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Spinach and Gorgonzola Cheese Ball - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Spinach and Gorgonzola Cheese Ball Recipe

Spinach and Gorgonzola Cheese Ball has a average-calorie, low-carb, high-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin A.

The food contains 2.2g 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 5.7 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Because of its high fat content, it could be unsuitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons.

It has an average density of Sodium, thus making it suitable 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 belongs to Italian cuisine. Ideally consumed as an Appetizer.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Spinach and Gorgonzola Cheese Ball has been given a composite ranking of 43, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein14%
 Calories from Fat81%
 Calories from Carbs5%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Vitamin A

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Saturated Fat

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A2550 IU51%
Vitamin C1.2 mg2%
Thiamin0.05 mg3%
Niacin1.4 mg7%
Vitamin B60.06 mg3%
Folate68 mcg17%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium140 mg14%
Iron1.4 mg8%
Magnesium36 mg9%
Potassium119 mg3.4%
Sodium201 mg8.4%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate2.2 g0.7%
Dietary Fiber0.9 g3.6%
Sugars0.3 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein5.7 g11.4%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat14.6 g22.5%
Saturated Fat8.2 g41%

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 160 Calories from Fat 131

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 14.6 g 22.5%

Saturated Fat 8.2 g 41%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 42 mg 14%

Sodium 201 mg 8.4%

Total Carbohydrates 2.2 g 0.7%

Dietary Fiber 0.9 g3.6%

Sugars 0.3 g

Protein 5.7 g 11.4%

Vitamin A 51% Vitamin C 2%

Calcium 14% Iron 8%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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