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Turkey Macaroni and Cheese Alfredo - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Turkey Macaroni and Cheese Alfredo Recipe

Turkey Macaroni and Cheese Alfredo has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin B6, Vitamin C, Niacin and Folate.

The food contains 23.7g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average 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 22.5 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Not only that, the average fat content of this product makes it suitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. It's average MUFA and average PUFA.

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.

It has an average density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet. Besides other nutrients, it is average in Magnesium, which is an essential micronutrient needed to keep muscle and nerve functioning normal and heart beat rhythmic. It also helps to support a healthy immune system, and keeps bones strong. 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 74, for Turkey Macaroni and Cheese Alfredo, and we advise that this food in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein32%
 Calories from Fat34%
 Calories from Carbs34%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • Very high in Vitamin B6
  • Very high in Niacin
  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • High in Folate

Why this is bad for you

  • High in Cholesterol

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietAVERAGE

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A168.6 IU3.4%Mid 40%Average
Retinol12.4 mcg
Vitamin C8.7 mg14.5%Top 30%High
Vitamin D5.8 IU1.4%Mid 40%Average
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin3.7 mg18.6%Top 30%High
Vitamin B60.41 mg20.7%Top 10%Very High
Folate37.6 mcg9.4%Top 30%High
Folic Acid20.7 mcg
Vitamin B120.41 mcg6.9%Top 30%High
Pantothenic Acid0.41 mg4.1%Mid 40%Average

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium46.7 mg4.7%Mid 40%Average
Iron0.83 mg4.6%Mid 40%Average
Magnesium24.4 mg6.1%Top 30%High
Phosphorus131.8 mg13.2%Mid 40%Average
Potassium243 mg6.9%Top 30%High
Sodium88.6 mg3.7%Mid 40%Average
Zinc1.2 mg8.3%Top 30%High
Copper0 mg
Manganese0 mg
Selenium14.9 mcg21.3%Top 30%High

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate9.8 g3.3%Mid 40%Average
Dietary Fiber0.91 g3.6%Mid 40%Average
Sugars1.1 g
Glucose0.4 mg
Fructose0.8 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0.4 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein9.3 g18.6%Top 30%High
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0.4 mg
Isoleucine0.4 mg
Leucine0.4 mg
Lysine0.8 mg
Methionine0.4 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0.4 mg
Tyrosine0.4 mg
Valine0.4 mg
Arginine0.8 mg
Histidine0.4 mg
Alanine0.4 mg
Aspartic Acid0.8 mg
Glutamic Acid2.1 mg
Glycine0.4 mg
Proline0 mg
Serine0.4 mg
Hydroxyproline0 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat4.4 g6.7%Mid 40%Average
Saturated Fat1.4 g6.8%Mid 40%Average
Monounsaturated Fat1.2 g
Polyunsaturated Fat1.2 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 282 Calories from Fat 95

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 10.6 g 16.3%

Saturated Fat 3.3 g 16.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 77.5 mg 25.8%

Sodium 214.5 mg 8.9%

Total Carbohydrates 23.7 g 7.9%

Dietary Fiber 2.2 g8.8%

Sugars 2.7 g

Protein 22.5 g 45%

Vitamin A 8.2% Vitamin C 35%

Calcium 11.3% Iron 11.1%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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