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Spinach Feta Couscous - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Spinach Feta Couscous Recipe

Spinach Feta Couscous has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin A.

The food contains 33.3g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average 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 low sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 8.3 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Moreover, the average fat content makes it suitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. It's low 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 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 is also a very high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

It belongs to Greek cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Spinach Feta Couscous has been given a composite ranking of 60, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein12%
 Calories from Fat41%
 Calories from Carbs47%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Vitamin A

Why this is bad for you

  • High in Saturated Fat

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A1615 IU32.3%
Vitamin C7 mg11.7%
Vitamin D0 IU
Vitamin E0.34 mg1.1%
Thiamin0.13 mg8.8%
Riboflavin0.23 mg13.4%
Niacin1.6 mg8.2%
Vitamin B60.21 mg10.5%
Folate56.8 mcg14.2%
Vitamin B120.32 mcg5.3%
Pantothenic Acid0.71 mg7.1%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium126 mg12.6%
Iron1.1 mg6.2%
Magnesium28.8 mg7.2%
Phosphorus105 mg10.5%
Potassium195.3 mg5.6%
Sodium376.5 mg15.7%
Zinc1 mg6.7%
Copper0.1 mg4.9%
Manganese0.31 mg15.5%
Selenium39.6 mcg56.6%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate33.3 g11.1%
Dietary Fiber2.3 g9.2%
Sugars0.1 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein8.3 g16.6%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat12.7 g19.5%
Saturated Fat4.8 g24%
Monounsaturated Fat1.3 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.3 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 282 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 12.7 g 19.5%

Saturated Fat 4.8 g 24%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 20.6 mg 6.9%

Sodium 376.5 mg 15.7%

Total Carbohydrates 33.3 g 11.1%

Dietary Fiber 2.3 g9.2%

Sugars 0.1 g

Protein 8.3 g 16.6%

Vitamin A 32.3% Vitamin C 11.7%

Calcium 12.6% Iron 6.2%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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