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Tahini Spinach - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Tahini Spinach Recipe

Tahini Spinach has a low-calorie, low-carb, average-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Vitamin A and Folate.

The food contains 7.8g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low 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 low sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 4.5 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 average fat content of this product makes it suitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight.

It gives a good yield of Iron at 4.32 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 an average density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet. Besides other nutrients, it is high in Magnesium, which is an essential micronutrient needed to keep muscle and nerve functioning normal and heart beat rhythmic. It also helps to support a healthy immune system, and keeps bones strong.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Tahini Spinach has been given a composite ranking of 96, and on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein23%
 Calories from Fat38%
 Calories from Carbs40%

Why this is good for you

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

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A11250 IU225%
Vitamin C6 mg10%
Thiamin0.23 mg15%
Niacin4 mg20%
Vitamin B60.26 mg13%
Folate316 mcg79%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium190 mg19%
Iron4.3 mg24%
Magnesium112 mg28%
Potassium394 mg11.3%
Sodium207 mg8.6%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate7.8 g2.6%
Dietary Fiber3.4 g13.6%
Sugars0.7 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein4.5 g9%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat3.3 g5.1%
Saturated Fat0.4 g2%

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 69 Calories from Fat 30

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 3.3 g 5.1%

Saturated Fat 0.4 g 2%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 207 mg 8.6%

Total Carbohydrates 7.8 g 2.6%

Dietary Fiber 3.4 g13.6%

Sugars 0.7 g

Protein 4.5 g 9%

Vitamin A 225% Vitamin C 10%

Calcium 19% Iron 24%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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