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Sun-Dried Tomato and Goats Cheese Pesto - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Sun-Dried Tomato and Goats Cheese Pesto Recipe

Sun-Dried Tomato and Goats Cheese Pesto has a high-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Iron and Vitamin C.

The food contains 17.1g 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. With 9.4 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 high fat content makes it unsuitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. It's high MUFA and low PUFA. It is also ranked in the top 10 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 gives a good yield of Iron at 4 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 a high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a low-sodium diet. It is also high in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat.

It belongs to Italian cuisine.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Sun-Dried Tomato and Goats Cheese Pesto has been given a composite ranking of 36, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein10%
 Calories from Fat73%
 Calories from Carbs17%

Why this is good for you

  • High in Vitamin C
  • Low in Cholesterol
  • High in Iron

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Saturated Fat
  • High in Sodium

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A1.3 IU0%Mid 40%Average
Retinol94.9 mcg
Vitamin C16.5 mg27.4%Top 30%High
Vitamin D5.1 IU1.3%Mid 40%Average
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin3.8 mg19%Top 30%High
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate38 mcg9.5%Top 30%High
Folic Acid0 mcg
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid1.3 mg12.7%Top 10%Very High

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium160.8 mg16.1%Top 10%Very High
Iron5.1 mg28.1%Top 10%Very High
Magnesium108.9 mg27.2%Top 10%Very High
Phosphorus253.2 mg25.3%Top 10%Very High
Potassium1260.8 mg36%Top 10%Very High
Sodium788.5 mg32.9%Top 10%Very High
Zinc1.3 mg8.4%Top 30%High
Copper1.3 mg63.3%Top 10%Very High
Manganese1.3 mg63.3%Top 10%Very High
Selenium3.8 mcg5.4%Mid 40%Average

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate21.6 g7.2%Mid 40%Average
Dietary Fiber5.9 g23.8%Top 10%Very High
Sugars13.4 g
Glucose0 mg
Fructose0 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein11.9 g23.8%Top 30%High
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0 mg
Isoleucine0 mg
Leucine0 mg
Lysine0 mg
Methionine0 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0 mg
Tyrosine0 mg
Valine0 mg
Arginine0 mg
Histidine0 mg
Alanine0 mg
Aspartic Acid1.3 mg
Glutamic Acid2.5 mg
Glycine0 mg
Proline1.3 mg
Serine0 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat40.5 g62.3%Top 10%Very High
Saturated Fat9.7 g48.7%Top 10%Very High
Monounsaturated Fat26.6 g
Polyunsaturated Fat2.5 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash5.1 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 371 Calories from Fat 288

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 32 g 49.2%

Saturated Fat 7.7 g 38.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 14.8 mg 4.9%

Sodium 622.9 mg 26%

Total Carbohydrates 17.1 g 5.7%

Dietary Fiber 4.7 g18.8%

Sugars 10.6 g

Protein 9.4 g 18.8%

Vitamin A 0% Vitamin C 21.7%

Calcium 12.7% Iron 22.2%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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