Notice: Memcache::connect(): Server 127.0.0.1 (tcp 11221, udp 0) failed with: Connection refused (111) in /home/nr/nutritionrank.com/html/sites/all/modules/contrib/memcache/dmemcache.inc on line 351

Warning: Memcache::connect(): Can't connect to 127.0.0.1:11221, Connection refused (111) in /home/nr/nutritionrank.com/html/sites/all/modules/contrib/memcache/dmemcache.inc on line 351

Notice: Memcache::connect(): Server 127.0.0.1 (tcp 11221, udp 0) failed with: Connection refused (111) in /home/nr/nutritionrank.com/html/sites/all/modules/contrib/memcache/dmemcache.inc on line 351

Warning: Memcache::connect(): Can't connect to 127.0.0.1:11221, Connection refused (111) in /home/nr/nutritionrank.com/html/sites/all/modules/contrib/memcache/dmemcache.inc on line 351
The Best Cucumber Sandwiches - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
69

The Best Cucumber Sandwiches Recipe

The Best Cucumber Sandwiches has a high-calorie, high-carb, average-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron and Folate.

The food contains 67.2g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is high 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. With 10.1 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 average fat content of this product makes it suitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. It's low MUFA and average PUFA.

It gives a good yield of Iron at 4 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. While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has a high density of Sodium, it is unsuitable if you are aiming for a healthy, 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 high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

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 69, for The Best Cucumber Sandwiches, and we advise that this food in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein12%
 Calories from Fat12%
 Calories from Carbs77%

Why this is good for you

  • High in Protein
  • Very low in Cholesterol
  • Low in Saturated Fat
  • High in Iron
  • High in Folate

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Sodium

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A56 IU1.1%Mid 40%Average
Retinol1 mcg
Vitamin C1.5 mg2.5%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin D0.5 IU0.13%Mid 40%Average
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin2 mg10%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate59.5 mcg14.9%Top 30%High
Folic Acid43 mcg
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0 mg

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium83.5 mg8.4%Top 30%High
Iron2 mg11.1%Top 30%High
Magnesium17 mg4.3%Mid 40%Average
Phosphorus62 mg6.2%Mid 40%Average
Potassium113.5 mg3.2%Mid 40%Average
Sodium429.8 mg17.9%Top 30%High
Zinc0.5 mg3.3%Mid 40%Average
Copper0 mg
Manganese0.5 mg25%Top 30%High
Selenium9 mcg12.9%Mid 40%Average

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate33.6 g11.2%Top 30%High
Dietary Fiber1.8 g7%Mid 40%Average
Sugars3.6 g
Glucose1 mg
Fructose1.5 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0.5 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein5.1 g10.1%Mid 40%Average
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0 mg
Isoleucine0 mg
Leucine0 mg
Lysine0 mg
Methionine0 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0 mg
Tyrosine0 mg
Valine0 mg
Arginine0 mg
Histidine0 mg
Alanine0 mg
Aspartic Acid0 mg
Glutamic Acid1.5 mg
Glycine0 mg
Proline0.5 mg
Serine0 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat2.3 g3.5%Bottom 30%Low
Saturated Fat0.45 g2.3%Bottom 30%Low
Monounsaturated Fat1 g
Polyunsaturated Fat2 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash1.5 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

Popular Questions Asked

Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 352 Calories from Fat 40

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 4.5 g 6.9%

Saturated Fat 0.9 g 4.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 0.2 mg 0.07%

Sodium 859.5 mg 35.8%

Total Carbohydrates 67.2 g 22.4%

Dietary Fiber 3.5 g14%

Sugars 7.1 g

Protein 10.1 g 20.2%

Vitamin A 2.2% Vitamin C 5%

Calcium 16.7% Iron 22.2%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Source: http://www.food.com/recipe/the-best-cucumber-sandwiches-128797 Embed Table:

Related Searches

12

Best Breakfast Sandwich 4

Per Serving | Calories 235
Protein 11.7 g | Carbs 16.7 g | Fat 13.3 g

38

Best Evening Party Meal! (Sandwich)

Per Serving | Calories 347
Protein 9.9 g | Carbs 65.6 g | Fat 4.6 g

95

Best BLT Sandwich Ever

Per Serving | Calories 84
Protein 3.1 g | Carbs 9 g | Fat 4.3 g

89

Best Tomato-Basil Sandwich!!!

Per Serving | Calories 84
Protein 2.6 g | Carbs 16.2 g | Fat 1 g

92

Roasted Root Vegetable Medley

Per Serving | Calories 145
Protein 1.3 g | Carbs 22.8 g | Fat 6.1 g

54

Spinach-Ricotta Rolled Turkey Breasts

Per Serving | Calories 96
Protein 15.1 g | Carbs 1.65 g | Fat 3 g

63

Lone Star Steakhouse Lettuce Wedge..

Per Serving | Calories 122
Protein 4.1 g | Carbs 6.6 g | Fat 9.2 g

43

Steamed Pork With Spicy Rice Powder..

Per Serving | Calories 134
Protein 10.5 g | Carbs 8.5 g | Fat 5.8 g