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Tuna Steaks with Melon Salsa - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Tuna Steaks with Melon Salsa Recipe

Tuna Steaks with Melon Salsa has a high-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin A, Vitamin B6, Vitamin C, Thiamin, Niacin and Folate.

The food contains 20.8g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low in complex carbs and high 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 35.3 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.

However, the high fat content makes it unsuitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan.

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.

While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has an average density of Sodium, it is suitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet. It is also high in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat.

It belongs to Mexican cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Tuna Steaks with Melon Salsa has been given a composite ranking of 80, and on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein29%
 Calories from Fat54%
 Calories from Carbs17%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • Very high in Vitamin B6
  • Very high in Niacin
  • Very high in Vitamin A
  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • Very high in Thiamin

Why this is bad for you

  • High in Cholesterol
  • High in Saturated Fat

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A7800 IU156%
Vitamin C103.8 mg173%
Thiamin1.1 mg71%
Niacin33.8 mg169%
Vitamin B61.9 mg94%
Folate124 mcg31%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium60 mg6%
Iron3.1 mg17%
Magnesium148 mg37%
Potassium1280 mg36.6%
Sodium477 mg19.9%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate20.8 g6.9%
Dietary Fiber2.1 g8.4%
Sugars17.5 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein35.3 g70.6%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat28.8 g44.3%
Saturated Fat4.2 g21%

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 482 Calories from Fat 260

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 28.8 g 44.3%

Saturated Fat 4.2 g 21%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 64 mg 21.3%

Sodium 477 mg 19.9%

Total Carbohydrates 20.8 g 6.9%

Dietary Fiber 2.1 g8.4%

Sugars 17.5 g

Protein 35.3 g 70.6%

Vitamin A 156% Vitamin C 173%

Calcium 6% Iron 17%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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