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Tofu ' Creamy' Pasta Sauce - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Tofu ' Creamy' Pasta Sauce Recipe

Tofu ' Creamy' Pasta Sauce has a average-calorie, low-carb, average-fat and high-protein content.

The food contains 9.4g 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. With 14.1 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

However, the average fat content makes it suitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. It's low MUFA and average PUFA.

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 belongs to Italian cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Tofu ' Creamy' Pasta Sauce has been given a composite ranking of 83, and on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein39%
 Calories from Fat35%
 Calories from Carbs26%

Why this is good for you

  • High in Protein
  • No Cholesterol
  • Low in Saturated Fat

Why this is bad for you

  • High in Sodium

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A65.4 IU1.3%Mid 40%Average
Retinol0 mcg
Vitamin C0.42 mg0.7%Bottom 30%Low
Vitamin D0 IU
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin0.42 mg2.1%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate5.5 mcg1.4%Bottom 30%Low
Folic Acid0 mcg
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0 mg

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium38.8 mg3.9%Mid 40%Average
Iron1.3 mg7%Mid 40%Average
Magnesium28.7 mg7.2%Top 30%High
Phosphorus81.4 mg8.1%Mid 40%Average
Potassium187.3 mg5.4%Mid 40%Average
Sodium285.4 mg11.9%Mid 40%Average
Zinc0.42 mg2.8%Mid 40%Average
Copper0 mg
Manganese0 mg
Selenium1.3 mcg1.8%Bottom 30%Low

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate4 g1.3%Bottom 30%Low
Dietary Fiber0.42 g1.7%Bottom 30%Low
Sugars1.9 g
Glucose0 mg
Fructose0 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein5.9 g11.9%Mid 40%Average
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0.4 mg
Isoleucine0.4 mg
Leucine0.4 mg
Lysine0.4 mg
Methionine0 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0.4 mg
Tyrosine0.4 mg
Valine0.4 mg
Arginine0.4 mg
Histidine0 mg
Alanine0.4 mg
Aspartic Acid0.8 mg
Glutamic Acid0.8 mg
Glycine0.4 mg
Proline0 mg
Serine0.4 mg
Hydroxyproline0 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat2.4 g3.7%Bottom 30%Low
Saturated Fat0.34 g1.7%Bottom 30%Low
Monounsaturated Fat0.4 g
Polyunsaturated Fat1.3 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash1.3 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 146 Calories from Fat 51

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 5.7 g 8.8%

Saturated Fat 0.8 g 4%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 676.3 mg 28.2%

Total Carbohydrates 9.4 g 3.1%

Dietary Fiber 1 g4%

Sugars 4.6 g

Protein 14.1 g 28.2%

Vitamin A 3.1% Vitamin C 1.7%

Calcium 9.2% Iron 16.7%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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