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Tunisian Meatballs - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Tunisian Meatballs Recipe

Tunisian Meatballs has a average-calorie, low-carb, average-fat and high-protein content.

The food contains 7.9g 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 14.7 gms of protein, it is high 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's high MUFA and low PUFA. It is also ranked in the top 10 percentile in terms of its Monounsaturated Fat content, which are considered among "good fats".

It has an average density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet. It is also an average source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

It belongs to Mediterranean cuisine.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Tunisian Meatballs has been given a composite ranking of 52, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein50%
 Calories from Fat23%
 Calories from Carbs27%

Why this is good for you

  • High in Protein
  • Low in Saturated Fat

Why this is bad for you

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A345.7 IU6.9%Top 30%High
Retinol7.9 mcg
Vitamin C7.1 mg11.8%Top 30%High
Vitamin D8.7 IU2.2%Top 30%High
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin1.6 mg7.9%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate16.5 mcg4.1%Mid 40%Average
Folic Acid4.7 mcg
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0 mg

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium31.5 mg3.1%Mid 40%Average
Iron0.79 mg4.4%Mid 40%Average
Magnesium10.2 mg2.6%Bottom 30%Low
Phosphorus56.7 mg5.7%Mid 40%Average
Potassium162.2 mg4.6%Mid 40%Average
Sodium219.8 mg9.2%Mid 40%Average
Zinc0.79 mg5.2%Mid 40%Average
Copper0 mg
Manganese0 mg
Selenium5.5 mcg7.9%Mid 40%Average

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate6.2 g2.1%Bottom 30%Low
Dietary Fiber0.71 g2.8%Mid 40%Average
Sugars1.8 g
Glucose0.8 mg
Fructose0.8 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein11.6 g23.1%Top 30%High
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0 mg
Isoleucine0 mg
Leucine0 mg
Lysine0 mg
Methionine0 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0 mg
Tyrosine0 mg
Valine0 mg
Arginine0 mg
Histidine0 mg
Alanine0 mg
Aspartic Acid0.8 mg
Glutamic Acid0.8 mg
Glycine0 mg
Proline0 mg
Serine0 mg
Hydroxyproline0 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat2.4 g3.6%Bottom 30%Low
Saturated Fat0.71 g3.5%Bottom 30%Low
Monounsaturated Fat14.2 g
Polyunsaturated Fat1.6 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash0.8 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 121 Calories from Fat 27

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 3 g 4.6%

Saturated Fat 0.9 g 4.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 59.4 mg 19.8%

Sodium 279.2 mg 11.6%

Total Carbohydrates 7.9 g 2.6%

Dietary Fiber 0.9 g3.6%

Sugars 2.3 g

Protein 14.7 g 29.4%

Vitamin A 8.8% Vitamin C 15%

Calcium 4% Iron 5.6%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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