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Spinach with Tahini - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Spinach with Tahini Recipe

Spinach with Tahini has a average-calorie, low-carb, average-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Vitamin A and Vitamin C.

The food contains 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. Its sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 5 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

However, the average fat content makes it suitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan.

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 4.5 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. It has an average density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Spinach with Tahini has been given a composite ranking of 92, and on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein18%
 Calories from Fat57%
 Calories from Carbs25%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Vitamin A
  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • No Cholesterol
  • Low in Saturated Fat
  • High in Iron

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A7000 IU140%
Vitamin C24 mg40%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium200 mg20%
Iron4.5 mg25%
Potassium520 mg14.9%
Sodium210 mg8.8%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate7 g2.3%
Dietary Fiber2 g8%
Sugars0 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein5 g10%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat7 g10.8%
Saturated Fat1 g5%

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 100 Calories from Fat 60

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 7 g 10.8%

Saturated Fat 1 g 5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 210 mg 8.8%

Total Carbohydrates 7 g 2.3%

Dietary Fiber 2 g8%

Sugars 0 g

Protein 5 g 10%

Vitamin A 140% Vitamin C 40%

Calcium 20% Iron 25%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Source: http://www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/Spinach-with-Tahini-1222193 Embed Table:

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