Sweet potato and sage risotto Recipe
Sweet potato and sage risotto has a very high-calorie, very high-carb, high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium and Vitamin C.
The food contains 103.1g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is very high 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 sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 15.7 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
Not only that, the high fat content of this product makes it unsuitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. 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 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 an average source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.
It belongs to Italian cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.
Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 64, for Sweet potato and sage risotto, and we advise that this food in moderation.
Calorie Breakdown
| Calories from Protein | 10% | |
| Calories from Fat | 26% | |
| Calories from Carbs | 65% |
Why this is good for you
- Very high in Protein
- High in Vitamin C
- Low in Cholesterol
- High in Calcium
Why this is bad for you
- High in Saturated Fat
- Very high in Sodium
Vitamin Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 220 IU | 4.4% | ||
| Vitamin C | 12.4 mg | 20.6% | ||
| Vitamin D | 0 IU | |||
| Vitamin E | 0.16 mg | 0.53% | ||
| Thiamin | 0.1 mg | 6.9% | ||
| Riboflavin | 0.08 mg | 4.8% | ||
| Niacin | 0.6 mg | 3% | ||
| Vitamin B6 | 0.25 mg | 12.4% | ||
| Folate | 17.6 mcg | 4.4% | ||
| Vitamin B12 | 0.21 mcg | 3.5% | ||
| Pantothenic Acid | 0.4 mg | 4% |
Mineral Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 227 mg | 22.7% | ||
| Iron | 1.1 mg | 6.2% | ||
| Magnesium | 26 mg | 6.5% | ||
| Phosphorus | 160 mg | 16% | ||
| Potassium | 698 mg | 19.9% | ||
| Sodium | 950.1 mg | 39.6% | ||
| Zinc | 0.69 mg | 4.6% | ||
| Copper | 0.16 mg | 8% | ||
| Manganese | 0.38 mg | 19.1% | ||
| Selenium | 4.3 mcg | 6.1% |
Carbohydrate Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrate | 103.1 g | 34.4% | ||
| Dietary Fiber | 5 g | 20% | ||
| Sugars | 3 g |
Protein Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Protein | 15.7 g | 31.4% |
Fat Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 18.2 g | 28% | ||
| Saturated Fat | 4.6 g | 23% | ||
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | |||
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g |
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Nutrition Facts
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 646 Calories from Fat 0
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 18.2 g 28%
Saturated Fat 4.6 g 23%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 10.8 mg 3.6%
Sodium 950.1 mg 39.6%
Total Carbohydrates 103.1 g 34.4%
Dietary Fiber 5 g20%
Sugars 3 g
Protein 15.7 g 31.4%
Vitamin A 4.4% Vitamin C 20.6%
Calcium 22.7% Iron 6.2%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
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