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Spinach and tuna salad - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Spinach and tuna salad Recipe

Spinach and tuna salad has a average-calorie, low-carb, average-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin A and Vitamin C.

The food contains 10g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low 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 sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 15.8 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Because of its average fat content, it could be suitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. It's average 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 has an average density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet.

Ideally consumed as a Side Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Spinach and tuna salad has been given a composite ranking of 79, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein42%
 Calories from Fat32%
 Calories from Carbs27%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • Very high in Vitamin A
  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • Low in Saturated Fat

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A5600 IU112%
Vitamin C28.5 mg47.5%
Vitamin D0 IU
Vitamin E0.12 mg0.4%
Thiamin0.04 mg2.9%
Riboflavin0.04 mg2.1%
Niacin0.06 mg0.3%
Vitamin B60.07 mg3.6%
Folate19.6 mcg4.9%
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.34 mg3.4%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium100 mg10%
Iron3 mg16.7%
Magnesium16.8 mg4.2%
Phosphorus29 mg2.9%
Potassium190.4 mg5.4%
Sodium327.8 mg13.7%
Zinc0.24 mg1.6%
Copper0.1 mg5%
Manganese0.1 mg5.1%
Selenium0.14 mcg0.2%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate10 g3.3%
Dietary Fiber3 g12%
Sugars5.9 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein15.8 g31.6%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat5.3 g8.2%
Saturated Fat0.7 g3.5%
Monounsaturated Fat3.3 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.7 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 146 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 5.3 g 8.2%

Saturated Fat 0.7 g 3.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 30 mg 10%

Sodium 327.8 mg 13.7%

Total Carbohydrates 10 g 3.3%

Dietary Fiber 3 g12%

Sugars 5.9 g

Protein 15.8 g 31.6%

Vitamin A 112% Vitamin C 47.5%

Calcium 10% Iron 16.7%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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