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.
Calories from Protein | 10% | |
Calories from Fat | 73% | |
Calories from Carbs | 17% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 1.3 IU | 0% | Mid 40% | Average |
Retinol | 94.9 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 16.5 mg | 27.4% | Top 30% | High |
Vitamin D | 5.1 IU | 1.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Thiamin | 0 mg | |||
Riboflavin | 0 mg | |||
Niacin | 3.8 mg | 19% | Top 30% | High |
Vitamin B6 | 0 mg | |||
Folate | 38 mcg | 9.5% | Top 30% | High |
Folic Acid | 0 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 0 mcg | |||
Pantothenic Acid | 1.3 mg | 12.7% | Top 10% | Very High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 160.8 mg | 16.1% | Top 10% | Very High |
Iron | 5.1 mg | 28.1% | Top 10% | Very High |
Magnesium | 108.9 mg | 27.2% | Top 10% | Very High |
Phosphorus | 253.2 mg | 25.3% | Top 10% | Very High |
Potassium | 1260.8 mg | 36% | Top 10% | Very High |
Sodium | 788.5 mg | 32.9% | Top 10% | Very High |
Zinc | 1.3 mg | 8.4% | Top 30% | High |
Copper | 1.3 mg | 63.3% | Top 10% | Very High |
Manganese | 1.3 mg | 63.3% | Top 10% | Very High |
Selenium | 3.8 mcg | 5.4% | Mid 40% | Average |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 21.6 g | 7.2% | Mid 40% | Average |
Dietary Fiber | 5.9 g | 23.8% | Top 10% | Very High |
Sugars | 13.4 g | |||
Glucose | 0 mg | |||
Fructose | 0 mg | |||
Lactose | 0 mg | |||
Maltose | 0 mg | |||
Galactose | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Protein | 11.9 g | 23.8% | Top 30% | High |
Tryptophan | 0 mg | |||
Threonine | 0 mg | |||
Isoleucine | 0 mg | |||
Leucine | 0 mg | |||
Lysine | 0 mg | |||
Methionine | 0 mg | |||
Cystine | 0 mg | |||
Phenylalanine | 0 mg | |||
Tyrosine | 0 mg | |||
Valine | 0 mg | |||
Arginine | 0 mg | |||
Histidine | 0 mg | |||
Alanine | 0 mg | |||
Aspartic Acid | 1.3 mg | |||
Glutamic Acid | 2.5 mg | |||
Glycine | 0 mg | |||
Proline | 1.3 mg | |||
Serine | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 40.5 g | 62.3% | Top 10% | Very High |
Saturated Fat | 9.7 g | 48.7% | Top 10% | Very High |
Monounsaturated Fat | 26.6 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.5 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Alcohol | 0 g | |||
Ash | 5.1 g | |||
Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
Theobromine | 0 mg |
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
Per Serving | Calories 114
Protein 3.8 g | Carbs 19.5 g | Fat 2.5 g
Per Serving | Calories 125
Protein 9.7 g | Carbs 15.2 g | Fat 3.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 124
Protein 1.5 g | Carbs 5 g | Fat 11.5 g
Per Serving | Calories 21
Protein 0.71 g | Carbs 2.12 g | Fat 1 g
Per Serving | Calories 77
Protein 3.9 g | Carbs 8.8 g | Fat 3.2 g
Per Serving | Calories 178
Protein 4.5 g | Carbs 20.1 g | Fat 9 g
Per Serving | Calories 256
Protein 6 g | Carbs 31.5 g | Fat 12 g
Per Serving | Calories 408
Protein 13.9 g | Carbs 36.5 g | Fat 23.8 g