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Sweet Potato Falafel - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Sweet Potato Falafel Recipe

Sweet Potato Falafel has a average-calorie, average-carb, low-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin A and Vitamin C.

The food contains 28.5g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average 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. Its average sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 4.4 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Not only that, the low fat content of this product makes it suitable 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.

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

It belongs to Mediterranean cuisine.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Sweet Potato Falafel has been given a composite ranking of 87, and on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein13%
 Calories from Fat6%
 Calories from Carbs81%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Vitamin A
  • High in Vitamin C
  • No Cholesterol
  • Very low in Saturated Fat

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A3840 IU76.8%
Vitamin C16 mg26.7%
Vitamin D0 IU
Vitamin E0.64 mg2.1%
Thiamin0.2 mg13.2%
Riboflavin0.12 mg7.2%
Niacin2.1 mg10.5%
Vitamin B60.25 mg12.6%
Folate8.4 mcg2.1%
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid1.1 mg10.8%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium38 mg3.8%
Iron1.8 mg9.9%
Magnesium15.2 mg3.8%
Phosphorus62 mg6.2%
Potassium409.8 mg11.7%
Sodium450.9 mg18.8%
Zinc0.42 mg2.8%
Copper0.24 mg11.9%
Manganese0.37 mg18.5%
Selenium0.91 mcg1.3%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate28.5 g9.5%
Dietary Fiber4.6 g18.4%
Sugars5.3 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein4.4 g8.8%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat1 g1.5%
Saturated Fat0.1 g0.5%
Monounsaturated Fat0.2 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.1 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 133 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 1 g 1.5%

Saturated Fat 0.1 g 0.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 450.9 mg 18.8%

Total Carbohydrates 28.5 g 9.5%

Dietary Fiber 4.6 g18.4%

Sugars 5.3 g

Protein 4.4 g 8.8%

Vitamin A 76.8% Vitamin C 26.7%

Calcium 3.8% Iron 9.9%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Source: http://recipes.sparkpeople.com/recipe-calories.asp?recipe=526262 Embed Table:

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