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Spinach and Tuna Casserole - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Spinach and Tuna Casserole Recipe

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

The food contains 15.7g 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. With 13.9 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

However, the very 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. 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.

Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Spinach and Tuna Casserole has been given a composite ranking of 28, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein14%
 Calories from Fat71%
 Calories from Carbs15%

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 Saturated Fat
  • Very high in Sodium

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A5.3 IU0.1%Mid 40%Average
Retinol60.3 mcg
Vitamin C3.3 mg5.5%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin D11.3 IU2.8%Top 30%High
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin1.3 mg6.6%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate82.8 mcg20.7%Top 10%Very High
Folic Acid9.9 mcg
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0 mg

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium157 mg15.7%Top 10%Very High
Iron1.3 mg7.4%Top 30%High
Magnesium45.7 mg11.4%Top 10%Very High
Phosphorus123.8 mg12.4%Mid 40%Average
Potassium253 mg7.2%Top 30%High
Sodium538 mg22.4%Top 30%High
Zinc0.66 mg4.4%Mid 40%Average
Copper0 mg
Manganese0.66 mg33.1%Top 10%Very High
Selenium8.6 mcg12.3%Mid 40%Average

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate10.4 g3.5%Mid 40%Average
Dietary Fiber1.9 g7.7%Top 30%High
Sugars1.1 g
Glucose0 mg
Fructose0 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein9.2 g18.4%Top 30%High
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0 mg
Isoleucine0 mg
Leucine0 mg
Lysine0.7 mg
Methionine0 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0.7 mg
Tyrosine0 mg
Valine0.7 mg
Arginine0.7 mg
Histidine0 mg
Alanine0 mg
Aspartic Acid0.7 mg
Glutamic Acid1.3 mg
Glycine0 mg
Proline0 mg
Serine0.7 mg
Hydroxyproline0 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat21.6 g33.2%Top 30%High
Saturated Fat9.2 g46%Top 30%High
Monounsaturated Fat4 g
Polyunsaturated Fat1.3 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash2 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 406 Calories from Fat 293

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 32.6 g 50.2%

Saturated Fat 13.9 g 69.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 55.4 mg 18.5%

Sodium 812.4 mg 33.9%

Total Carbohydrates 15.7 g 5.2%

Dietary Fiber 2.9 g11.6%

Sugars 1.6 g

Protein 13.9 g 27.8%

Vitamin A 0.2% Vitamin C 8.3%

Calcium 23.7% Iron 11.1%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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