Super Creamy and Cheesy Tex-Mex Macaroni and Cheese has a high-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Thiamin, Riboflavin and Folate.
The food contains 47.3g 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. With 22 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 high fat content, it could be unsuitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. It's average MUFA and low PUFA.
It has a high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a low-sodium diet. It is also average in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat. It is also a very high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.
Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.
Based on the composite nutritive standing Super Creamy and Cheesy Tex-Mex Macaroni and Cheese has been given a composite ranking of 23, and sparingly.
Calories from Protein | 19% | |
Calories from Fat | 40% | |
Calories from Carbs | 41% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Vitamin A | 479.6 IU | 9.6% | Top 10% | Very High |
Retinol | 92.8 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 0.66 mg | 1.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
Vitamin D | 13.8 IU | 3.5% | Top 30% | High |
Thiamin | 0.66 mg | 43.9% | Top 10% | Very High |
Riboflavin | 0.66 mg | 38.7% | Top 10% | Very High |
Niacin | 2.6 mg | 13.2% | Top 30% | High |
Vitamin B6 | 0 mg | |||
Folate | 100 mcg | 25% | Top 10% | Very High |
Folic Acid | 82.2 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 0.66 mcg | 11% | Top 30% | High |
Pantothenic Acid | 0.66 mg | 6.6% | Top 30% | High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Calcium | 277 mg | 27.7% | Top 10% | Very High |
Iron | 2 mg | 11% | Top 30% | High |
Magnesium | 34.9 mg | 8.7% | Top 30% | High |
Phosphorus | 278.9 mg | 27.9% | Top 10% | Very High |
Potassium | 206.6 mg | 5.9% | Mid 40% | Average |
Sodium | 376.1 mg | 15.7% | Top 30% | High |
Zinc | 2 mg | 13.2% | Top 10% | Very High |
Copper | 0 mg | |||
Manganese | 0.66 mg | 32.9% | Top 10% | Very High |
Selenium | 30.9 mcg | 44.2% | Top 10% | Very High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Total Carbohydrate | 31.1 g | 10.4% | Top 30% | High |
Dietary Fiber | 1.3 g | 5% | Mid 40% | Average |
Sugars | 1 g | |||
Glucose | 0 mg | |||
Fructose | 0 mg | |||
Lactose | 0 mg | |||
Maltose | 0.7 mg | |||
Galactose | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Protein | 14.5 g | 28.9% | Top 30% | High |
Tryptophan | 0 mg | |||
Threonine | 0.7 mg | |||
Isoleucine | 0.7 mg | |||
Leucine | 0.7 mg | |||
Lysine | 0.7 mg | |||
Methionine | 0 mg | |||
Cystine | 0 mg | |||
Phenylalanine | 0.7 mg | |||
Tyrosine | 0.7 mg | |||
Valine | 0.7 mg | |||
Arginine | 0.7 mg | |||
Histidine | 0.7 mg | |||
Alanine | 0.7 mg | |||
Aspartic Acid | 0.7 mg | |||
Glutamic Acid | 3.9 mg | |||
Glycine | 0.7 mg | |||
Proline | 0 mg | |||
Serine | 0.7 mg | |||
Hydroxyproline | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Total Fat | 13.3 g | 20.4% | Top 30% | High |
Saturated Fat | 7.9 g | 39.5% | Top 30% | High |
Monounsaturated Fat | 3.9 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Alcohol | 0 g | |||
Ash | 2.6 g | |||
Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
Theobromine | 0 mg |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 463 Calories from Fat 182
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 20.2 g 31.1%
Saturated Fat 12 g 60%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 111.4 mg 37.1%
Sodium 571.7 mg 23.8%
Total Carbohydrates 47.3 g 15.8%
Dietary Fiber 1.9 g7.6%
Sugars 1.5 g
Protein 22 g 44%
Vitamin A 14.6% Vitamin C 1.7%
Calcium 42.1% Iron 16.7%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 290
Protein 12.6 g | Carbs 18.6 g | Fat 18.3 g
Per Serving | Calories 244
Protein 7.6 g | Carbs 13.6 g | Fat 17.8 g
Per Serving | Calories 200
Protein 9.6 g | Carbs 22.5 g | Fat 7.8 g
Per Serving | Calories 170
Protein 5.4 g | Carbs 18.8 g | Fat 8.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 154
Protein 15.1 g | Carbs 3.1 g | Fat 8.5 g
Per Serving | Calories 82
Protein 3.1 g | Carbs 4.4 g | Fat 6.4 g
Per Serving | Calories 140
Protein 9.6 g | Carbs 3.4 g | Fat 9.8 g
Per Serving | Calories 268
Protein 13.4 g | Carbs 21.2 g | Fat 14.1 g