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Tropical Quinoa - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Tropical Quinoa Recipe

Tropical Quinoa has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and average-protein content.

The food contains 23g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average 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 4 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 average fat content, it could be suitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons.

It has a low density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Tropical Quinoa has been given a composite ranking of 65, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein9%
 Calories from Fat37%
 Calories from Carbs54%

Why this is good for you

  • No Cholesterol
  • Very low in Sodium

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A100 IU2%
Vitamin C1.2 mg2%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium20 mg2%
Iron1.4 mg8%
Potassium160 mg4.6%
Sodium10 mg0.4%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate23 g7.7%
Dietary Fiber3 g12%
Sugars8 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein4 g8%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat7 g10.8%
Saturated Fat3.5 g17.5%

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 170 Calories from Fat 60

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 7 g 10.8%

Saturated Fat 3.5 g 17.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 10 mg 0.4%

Total Carbohydrates 23 g 7.7%

Dietary Fiber 3 g12%

Sugars 8 g

Protein 4 g 8%

Vitamin A 2% Vitamin C 2%

Calcium 2% Iron 8%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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