stuffed peppers using what was on hand has a average-calorie, average-carb, low-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin A, Vitamin B6 and Vitamin C.
The food contains 23.9g 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 10.7 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 low fat content, it could be suitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. 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 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 a low density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet. Besides other nutrients, it is average in Magnesium, which is an essential micronutrient needed to keep muscle and nerve functioning normal and heart beat rhythmic. It also helps to support a healthy immune system, and keeps bones strong. It is also a high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.
Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 92, for stuffed peppers using what was on hand, and we advise that this food on a regular basis.
Calories from Protein | 28% | |
Calories from Fat | 10% | |
Calories from Carbs | 62% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 4665 IU | 93.3% | ||
Vitamin C | 172.6 mg | 287.6% | ||
Vitamin D | 0 IU | |||
Vitamin E | 1.1 mg | 3.7% | ||
Thiamin | 0.16 mg | 10.4% | ||
Riboflavin | 0.1 mg | 5.6% | ||
Niacin | 1.6 mg | 7.9% | ||
Vitamin B6 | 0.41 mg | 20.4% | ||
Folate | 54.8 mcg | 13.7% | ||
Vitamin B12 | 0.43 mcg | 7.2% | ||
Pantothenic Acid | 0.65 mg | 6.5% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 90 mg | 9% | ||
Iron | 1.8 mg | 10.1% | ||
Magnesium | 50 mg | 12.5% | ||
Phosphorus | 152 mg | 15.2% | ||
Potassium | 465.5 mg | 13.3% | ||
Sodium | 104.4 mg | 4.4% | ||
Zinc | 0.93 mg | 6.2% | ||
Copper | 0.21 mg | 10.7% | ||
Manganese | 0.78 mg | 39% | ||
Selenium | 15.1 mcg | 21.5% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 23.9 g | 8% | ||
Dietary Fiber | 4.7 g | 18.8% | ||
Sugars | 1.5 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Protein | 10.7 g | 21.4% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 1.8 g | 2.8% | ||
Saturated Fat | 0.2 g | 1% | ||
Monounsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 146 Calories from Fat 0
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 1.8 g 2.8%
Saturated Fat 0.2 g 1%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 26.8 mg 8.9%
Sodium 104.4 mg 4.4%
Total Carbohydrates 23.9 g 8%
Dietary Fiber 4.7 g18.8%
Sugars 1.5 g
Protein 10.7 g 21.4%
Vitamin A 93.3% Vitamin C 287.6%
Calcium 9% Iron 10.1%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 61
Protein 4.8 g | Carbs 2.9 g | Fat 3.5 g
Per Serving | Calories 189
Protein 7.8 g | Carbs 24 g | Fat 8.6 g
Per Serving | Calories 137
Protein 8.2 g | Carbs 14.4 g | Fat 5.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 225
Protein 19.3 g | Carbs 21.7 g | Fat 8.1 g