Texas Shrimp With Peppers and Corn Recipe
Texas Shrimp With Peppers and Corn has a very high-calorie, very high-carb, average-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Vitamin C, Thiamin, Niacin and Folate.
The food contains 107.5g 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 35.6 gms of protein, it is very high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
However, the average fat content makes it suitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. It's average MUFA and low PUFA.
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 7 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 very high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable 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. It is also a very high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.
It belongs to Texas cuisine.
Based on the composite nutritive standing Texas Shrimp With Peppers and Corn has been given a composite ranking of 26, and in moderation.
Calorie Breakdown
| Calories from Protein | 22% | |
| Calories from Fat | 10% | |
| Calories from Carbs | 68% |
Why this is good for you
- Very high in Protein
- Very high in Niacin
- Very high in Vitamin C
- Very high in Thiamin
- Low in Saturated Fat
- Very high in Iron
Why this is bad for you
- Very high in Cholesterol
- Very high in Sodium
Vitamin Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 249.6 IU | 5% | Top 30% | High |
| Retinol | 17.6 mcg | |||
| Vitamin C | 7.8 mg | 13% | Top 30% | High |
| Vitamin D | 0.58 IU | 0.14% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Thiamin | 0.29 mg | 19.2% | Top 10% | Very High |
| Riboflavin | 0 mg | |||
| Niacin | 2.6 mg | 13% | Top 30% | High |
| Vitamin B6 | 0 mg | |||
| Folate | 92.8 mcg | 23.2% | Top 10% | Very High |
| Folic Acid | 72.6 mcg | |||
| Vitamin B12 | 0.29 mcg | 4.8% | Top 30% | High |
| Pantothenic Acid | 0.58 mg | 5.8% | Top 30% | High |
Mineral Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 30.3 mg | 3% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Iron | 2 mg | 11.2% | Top 30% | High |
| Magnesium | 24.5 mg | 6.1% | Top 30% | High |
| Phosphorus | 131.7 mg | 13.2% | Top 30% | High |
| Potassium | 131.4 mg | 3.8% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Sodium | 511.6 mg | 21.3% | Top 30% | High |
| Zinc | 0.86 mg | 5.8% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Copper | 0 mg | |||
| Manganese | 0.58 mg | 28.8% | Top 30% | High |
| Selenium | 15 mcg | 21.4% | Top 30% | High |
Carbohydrate Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrate | 31 g | 10.3% | Top 30% | High |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.2 g | 4.8% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Sugars | 0.5 g | |||
| Glucose | 0 mg | |||
| Fructose | 0 mg | |||
| Lactose | 0 mg | |||
| Maltose | 0 mg | |||
| Galactose | 0 mg |
Protein Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Protein | 10.3 g | 20.5% | Top 30% | High |
| Tryptophan | 0 mg | |||
| Threonine | 0.3 mg | |||
| Isoleucine | 0.3 mg | |||
| Leucine | 0.3 mg | |||
| Lysine | 0.6 mg | |||
| Methionine | 0.3 mg | |||
| Cystine | 0 mg | |||
| Phenylalanine | 0.3 mg | |||
| Tyrosine | 0.3 mg | |||
| Valine | 0.3 mg | |||
| Arginine | 0.6 mg | |||
| Histidine | 0.3 mg | |||
| Alanine | 0.6 mg | |||
| Aspartic Acid | 0.9 mg | |||
| Glutamic Acid | 1.4 mg | |||
| Glycine | 0.3 mg | |||
| Proline | 0 mg | |||
| Serine | 0.3 mg | |||
| Hydroxyproline | 0 mg |
Fat Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 2 g | 3.1% | Bottom 30% | Low |
| Saturated Fat | 0.29 g | 1.4% | Bottom 30% | Low |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.9 g | |||
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g |
Other Nutrients Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alcohol | 0 g | |||
| Ash | 1.4 g | |||
| Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
| Theobromine | 0 mg |
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Nutrition Facts
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 641 Calories from Fat 62
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 6.9 g 10.6%
Saturated Fat 1 g 5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 238.9 mg 79.6%
Sodium 1775.2 mg 74%
Total Carbohydrates 107.5 g 35.8%
Dietary Fiber 4.2 g16.8%
Sugars 1.8 g
Protein 35.6 g 71.2%
Vitamin A 17.3% Vitamin C 45%
Calcium 10.5% Iron 38.9%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
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