Turkey Tertazzini Recipe
Turkey Tertazzini has a high-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Riboflavin, Niacin and Folate.
The food contains 36g 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. Its low sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 29 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 average fat content, it could be suitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. 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".
It gives a good yield of Iron at 3.78 gms/ serving, and should be included in an Iron rich diet. Iron is essential to help carry oxygen from the lungs to the muscles and other organs, and is especially helpful for pregnant women. It has an average density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet. It is also high in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat. It is also a 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 61, for Turkey Tertazzini, and we advise that this food in moderation.
Calorie Breakdown
| Calories from Protein | 33% | |
| Calories from Fat | 26% | |
| Calories from Carbs | 41% |
Why this is good for you
- Very high in Protein
- High in Niacin
- High in Riboflavin
- High in Iron
- High in Folate
Why this is bad for you
- High in Cholesterol
Vitamin Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 545 IU | 10.9% | ||
| Vitamin C | 1.4 mg | 2.3% | ||
| Vitamin D | 4 IU | 1% | ||
| Vitamin E | 0.48 mg | 1.6% | ||
| Thiamin | 0.06 mg | 3.8% | ||
| Riboflavin | 0.36 mg | 20.9% | ||
| Niacin | 4.7 mg | 23.4% | ||
| Vitamin B6 | 0.28 mg | 13.8% | ||
| Folate | 118 mcg | 29.5% | ||
| Vitamin B12 | 0.26 mcg | 4.3% | ||
| Pantothenic Acid | 0.93 mg | 9.3% |
Mineral Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 72 mg | 7.2% | ||
| Iron | 3.8 mg | 21% | ||
| Magnesium | 116.8 mg | 29.2% | ||
| Phosphorus | 155 mg | 15.5% | ||
| Potassium | 493.9 mg | 14.1% | ||
| Sodium | 421.2 mg | 17.6% | ||
| Zinc | 3.2 mg | 21.2% | ||
| Copper | 0.14 mg | 6.9% | ||
| Manganese | 0.07 mg | 3.5% | ||
| Selenium | 28.7 mcg | 41% |
Carbohydrate Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrate | 36 g | 12% | ||
| Dietary Fiber | 3.8 g | 15.2% | ||
| Sugars | 4.3 g |
Protein Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Protein | 29 g | 58% |
Fat Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 10.2 g | 15.7% | ||
| Saturated Fat | 3.2 g | 16% | ||
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1.7 g | |||
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g |
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Nutrition Facts
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 359 Calories from Fat 0
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 10.2 g 15.7%
Saturated Fat 3.2 g 16%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 66.1 mg 22%
Sodium 421.2 mg 17.6%
Total Carbohydrates 36 g 12%
Dietary Fiber 3.8 g15.2%
Sugars 4.3 g
Protein 29 g 58%
Vitamin A 10.9% Vitamin C 2.3%
Calcium 7.2% Iron 21%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
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