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Summer Couscous - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Summer Couscous Recipe

Summer Couscous has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin C.

The food contains 16.1g 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 2.7 gms of protein, it is average 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 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.

While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has a low density of Sodium, it is suitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet.

Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Summer Couscous has been given a composite ranking of 80, and on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein8%
 Calories from Fat46%
 Calories from Carbs47%

Why this is good for you

  • High in Vitamin C
  • No Cholesterol
  • Low in Saturated Fat
  • Low in Sodium

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A450 IU9%
Vitamin C12.6 mg21%
Thiamin0.06 mg4%
Niacin2 mg10%
Vitamin B60.1 mg5%
Folate52 mcg13%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium20 mg2%
Iron1.3 mg7%
Magnesium16 mg4%
Potassium165 mg4.7%
Sodium106 mg4.4%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate16.1 g5.4%
Dietary Fiber1.6 g6.4%
Sugars0.8 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein2.7 g5.4%

Fat Analysis

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

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 135 Calories from Fat 63

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 7 g 10.8%

Saturated Fat 1 g 5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 106 mg 4.4%

Total Carbohydrates 16.1 g 5.4%

Dietary Fiber 1.6 g6.4%

Sugars 0.8 g

Protein 2.7 g 5.4%

Vitamin A 9% Vitamin C 21%

Calcium 2% Iron 7%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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