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Vegan Mexican Scramble - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Vegan Mexican Scramble Recipe

Vegan Mexican Scramble has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Vitamin A, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12, Vitamin C, Thiamin, Riboflavin, Niacin and Folate.

The food contains 27.7g 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 average sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 25.9 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.

Not only that, the average fat content of this product makes it suitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. 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 a good source of Vitamin B6 and Vitamin B12.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 gives a good yield of Iron at 4.88 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. 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. Besides other nutrients, it is high 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 average in Selenium, an important antioxidant especially in combination with Vitamin E. Given that this is also average in Vitamin E, it is qualifies as good food source.

It belongs to Mexican cuisine.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Vegan Mexican Scramble has been given a composite ranking of 93, and on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein35%
 Calories from Fat27%
 Calories from Carbs38%

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 Riboflavin

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A6560 IU131.2%
Vitamin C28.9 mg48.1%
Vitamin D0 IU
Vitamin E1.8 mg6%
Thiamin5 mg332.9%
Riboflavin5 mg294%
Niacin29.3 mg146.6%
Vitamin B65.1 mg253.8%
Folate147.6 mcg36.9%
Vitamin B124 mcg66.5%
Pantothenic Acid0.29 mg2.9%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium178 mg17.8%
Iron4.9 mg27.1%
Magnesium100.4 mg25.1%
Phosphorus241 mg24.1%
Potassium893.1 mg25.5%
Sodium380.3 mg15.8%
Zinc2.6 mg17.3%
Copper0.35 mg17.7%
Manganese0.8 mg39.9%
Selenium12.5 mcg17.8%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate27.7 g9.2%
Dietary Fiber6.9 g27.6%
Sugars6.8 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein25.9 g51.8%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat8.8 g13.5%
Saturated Fat1 g5%
Monounsaturated Fat0.4 g
Polyunsaturated Fat1.2 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 281 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 8.8 g 13.5%

Saturated Fat 1 g 5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 380.3 mg 15.8%

Total Carbohydrates 27.7 g 9.2%

Dietary Fiber 6.9 g27.6%

Sugars 6.8 g

Protein 25.9 g 51.8%

Vitamin A 131.2% Vitamin C 48.1%

Calcium 17.8% Iron 27.1%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Source: http://recipes.sparkpeople.com/recipe-calories.asp?recipe=417104 Embed Table:

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