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Tuna and Spinach Casserole - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Tuna and Spinach Casserole Recipe

Tuna and Spinach Casserole has a average-calorie, low-carb, high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin A.

The food contains 13g 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 sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 34.5 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.

Not only that, the high fat content of this product makes it unsuitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. 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".

While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has a low density of Sodium, it is suitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet.

Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Tuna and Spinach Casserole has been given a composite ranking of 59, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein42%
 Calories from Fat42%
 Calories from Carbs16%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • Very high in Vitamin A
  • No Saturated Fat
  • Very low in Sodium

Why this is bad for you

  • High in Cholesterol

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A2500 IU50%
Vitamin C1.2 mg2%
Vitamin D0 IU
Vitamin E0 mg
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin0 mg
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate0 mcg
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0 mg

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium80 mg8%
Iron0.72 mg4%
Magnesium0 mg
Phosphorus0 mg
Potassium0 mg
Sodium1 mg0%
Zinc0 mg
Copper0 mg
Manganese0 mg
Selenium0 mcg

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate13 g4.3%
Dietary Fiber1 g4%
Sugars6 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein34.5 g69%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat15 g23.1%
Saturated Fat0 g
Monounsaturated Fat0 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 305 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 15 g 23.1%

Saturated Fat 0 g

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 62.5 mg 20.8%

Sodium 1 mg 0%

Total Carbohydrates 13 g 4.3%

Dietary Fiber 1 g4%

Sugars 6 g

Protein 34.5 g 69%

Vitamin A 50% Vitamin C 2%

Calcium 8% Iron 4%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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