The Salad we eat pretty much everyday has a low-calorie, average-carb, low-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin A, Vitamin C and Folate.
The food contains 15.6g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low 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 3.1 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
Because of its low fat content, it could be suitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. 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 low density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet. It is also average in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat.
Ideally consumed as a Side Dish.
Based on the composite nutritive standing The Salad we eat pretty much everyday has been given a composite ranking of 95, and on a regular basis.
Calories from Protein | 16% | |
Calories from Fat | 6% | |
Calories from Carbs | 79% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Vitamin A | 1610 IU | 32.2% | ||
Vitamin C | 23.8 mg | 39.7% | ||
Vitamin D | 0 IU | |||
Vitamin E | 0.82 mg | 2.7% | ||
Thiamin | 0.14 mg | 9.1% | ||
Riboflavin | 0.08 mg | 4.8% | ||
Niacin | 0.46 mg | 2.3% | ||
Vitamin B6 | 0.18 mg | 8.8% | ||
Folate | 90 mcg | 22.5% | ||
Vitamin B12 | 0 mcg | |||
Pantothenic Acid | 0.34 mg | 3.4% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Calcium | 61 mg | 6.1% | ||
Iron | 1.5 mg | 8.1% | ||
Magnesium | 26.4 mg | 6.6% | ||
Phosphorus | 74 mg | 7.4% | ||
Potassium | 488.1 mg | 13.9% | ||
Sodium | 28.8 mg | 1.2% | ||
Zinc | 0.54 mg | 3.6% | ||
Copper | 0.1 mg | 5.2% | ||
Manganese | 0.42 mg | 20.9% | ||
Selenium | 0.56 mcg | 0.8% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 15.6 g | 5.2% | ||
Dietary Fiber | 4.3 g | 17.2% | ||
Sugars | 6.2 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 3.1 g | 6.2% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 0.5 g | 0.77% | ||
Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0.5% | ||
Monounsaturated Fat | 0 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 71 Calories from Fat 0
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.5 g 0.77%
Saturated Fat 0.1 g 0.5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 0 mg
Sodium 28.8 mg 1.2%
Total Carbohydrates 15.6 g 5.2%
Dietary Fiber 4.3 g17.2%
Sugars 6.2 g
Protein 3.1 g 6.2%
Vitamin A 32.2% Vitamin C 39.7%
Calcium 6.1% Iron 8.1%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 20
Protein 1 g | Carbs 4.3 g | Fat 0.2 g
Per Serving | Calories 439
Protein 26.2 g | Carbs 47.8 g | Fat 15.9 g
Per Serving | Calories 216
Protein 10.1 g | Carbs 13.8 g | Fat 14.8 g
Per Serving | Calories 171
Protein 6.2 g | Carbs 25.7 g | Fat 5.9 g
Per Serving | Calories 391
Protein 33 g | Carbs 74 g | Fat 1.4 g
Per Serving | Calories 20
Protein 1 g | Carbs 4.3 g | Fat 0.2 g
Per Serving | Calories 94
Protein 3.2 g | Carbs 14 g | Fat 4.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 82
Protein 1.7 g | Carbs 8.5 g | Fat 5.4 g