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vegie filled quinoa - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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vegie filled quinoa Recipe

vegie filled quinoa has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin A, Vitamin C and Riboflavin.

The food contains 28.8g 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 10 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Moreover, the average fat content makes it suitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. 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 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.

While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has a low density of Sodium, it is suitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet. It is also an average source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

Based on the composite nutritive standing vegie filled quinoa has been given a composite ranking of 76, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein19%
 Calories from Fat28%
 Calories from Carbs53%

Why this is good for you

  • High in Vitamin A
  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • Very high in Riboflavin
  • Low in Cholesterol
  • Low in Sodium

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A1090 IU21.8%
Vitamin C32.5 mg54.2%
Vitamin D0 IU
Vitamin E0.18 mg0.6%
Thiamin0.03 mg1.8%
Riboflavin1.2 mg73.4%
Niacin0.22 mg1.1%
Vitamin B60.08 mg4%
Folate24.8 mcg6.2%
Vitamin B120.13 mcg2.2%
Pantothenic Acid0.1 mg1%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium125 mg12.5%
Iron3.3 mg18.4%
Magnesium10.8 mg2.7%
Phosphorus400 mg40%
Potassium100 mg2.9%
Sodium97.4 mg4.1%
Zinc0.59 mg3.9%
Copper0.03 mg1.6%
Manganese0.08 mg3.8%
Selenium3.9 mcg5.6%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate28.8 g9.6%
Dietary Fiber3.4 g13.6%
Sugars2.5 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein10 g20%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat6.7 g10.3%
Saturated Fat2.8 g14%
Monounsaturated Fat1.3 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.2 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 214 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 6.7 g 10.3%

Saturated Fat 2.8 g 14%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 13.9 mg 4.6%

Sodium 97.4 mg 4.1%

Total Carbohydrates 28.8 g 9.6%

Dietary Fiber 3.4 g13.6%

Sugars 2.5 g

Protein 10 g 20%

Vitamin A 21.8% Vitamin C 54.2%

Calcium 12.5% Iron 18.4%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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