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Veggie Packed Tuna Salad - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Veggie Packed Tuna Salad Recipe

Veggie Packed Tuna Salad has a average-calorie, low-carb, average-fat and low-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin A and Vitamin C.

The food contains 11.8g 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. Its sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 2 gms of protein, it is low 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 average 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 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. It is also average in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat.

Ideally consumed as a Side Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Veggie Packed Tuna Salad has been given a composite ranking of 86, and on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein6%
 Calories from Fat57%
 Calories from Carbs37%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Vitamin A
  • Very high in Vitamin C

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A6780 IU135.6%
Vitamin C35.5 mg59.1%
Vitamin D0 IU
Vitamin E0.84 mg2.8%
Thiamin0.09 mg5.9%
Riboflavin0.08 mg4.5%
Niacin0.86 mg4.3%
Vitamin B60.22 mg11.2%
Folate42.8 mcg10.7%
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.3 mg3%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium67 mg6.7%
Iron1.3 mg7.2%
Magnesium22 mg5.5%
Phosphorus52 mg5.2%
Potassium558.6 mg16%
Sodium160.6 mg6.7%
Zinc0.42 mg2.8%
Copper0.11 mg5.7%
Manganese0.16 mg8.2%
Selenium1.6 mcg2.3%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate11.8 g3.9%
Dietary Fiber3.8 g15.2%
Sugars3.2 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein2 g4%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat8 g12.3%
Saturated Fat1.1 g5.5%
Monounsaturated Fat1.7 g
Polyunsaturated Fat4.1 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 178 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 8 g 12.3%

Saturated Fat 1.1 g 5.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 28.3 mg 9.4%

Sodium 160.6 mg 6.7%

Total Carbohydrates 11.8 g 3.9%

Dietary Fiber 3.8 g15.2%

Sugars 3.2 g

Protein 2 g 4%

Vitamin A 135.6% Vitamin C 59.1%

Calcium 6.7% Iron 7.2%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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