Tuna Noodle Casserole from Scratch 1 Recipe
Tuna Noodle Casserole from Scratch 1 has a high-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Vitamin A, Vitamin B12, Thiamin, Riboflavin, Niacin and Folate.
The food contains 42.7g 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 sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 29.8 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.
Because of its high fat content, it could be unsuitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. It's average 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 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 very 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 46, for Tuna Noodle Casserole from Scratch 1, and we advise that this food in moderation.
Calorie Breakdown
| Calories from Protein | 25% | |
| Calories from Fat | 38% | |
| Calories from Carbs | 36% |
Why this is good for you
- Very high in Protein
- Very high in Niacin
- High in Vitamin A
- Very high in Riboflavin
- Very high in Thiamin
- High in Calcium
Why this is bad for you
- Very high in Cholesterol
- Very high in Saturated Fat
- High in Sodium
Vitamin Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 1245 IU | 24.9% | ||
| Vitamin C | 7.2 mg | 12% | ||
| Vitamin D | 61.6 IU | 15.4% | ||
| Vitamin E | 0.82 mg | 2.7% | ||
| Thiamin | 0.58 mg | 38.8% | ||
| Riboflavin | 0.54 mg | 31.9% | ||
| Niacin | 11.5 mg | 57.7% | ||
| Vitamin B6 | 0.36 mg | 18.1% | ||
| Folate | 134.4 mcg | 33.6% | ||
| Vitamin B12 | 2.2 mcg | 37.1% | ||
| Pantothenic Acid | 1 mg | 10.2% |
Mineral Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 228 mg | 22.8% | ||
| Iron | 3.5 mg | 19.3% | ||
| Magnesium | 62.4 mg | 15.6% | ||
| Phosphorus | 403 mg | 40.3% | ||
| Potassium | 508.3 mg | 14.5% | ||
| Sodium | 507.4 mg | 21.1% | ||
| Zinc | 2.2 mg | 14.4% | ||
| Copper | 0.25 mg | 12.6% | ||
| Manganese | 0.48 mg | 23.8% | ||
| Selenium | 75 mcg | 107.1% |
Carbohydrate Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrate | 42.7 g | 14.2% | ||
| Dietary Fiber | 3 g | 12% | ||
| Sugars | 6.2 g |
Protein Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Protein | 29.8 g | 59.6% |
Fat Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 20 g | 30.8% | ||
| Saturated Fat | 11.7 g | 58.5% | ||
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5.2 g | |||
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g |
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Nutrition Facts
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 470 Calories from Fat 0
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 20 g 30.8%
Saturated Fat 11.7 g 58.5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 101.2 mg 33.7%
Sodium 507.4 mg 21.1%
Total Carbohydrates 42.7 g 14.2%
Dietary Fiber 3 g12%
Sugars 6.2 g
Protein 29.8 g 59.6%
Vitamin A 24.9% Vitamin C 12%
Calcium 22.8% Iron 19.3%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
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