Velveeta Beef Stroganoff Recipe
Velveeta Beef Stroganoff has a high-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Iron, Vitamin B12 and Thiamin.
The food contains 26.4g 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 sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 29.7 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 high fat content, it could be unsuitable 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 3.94 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 a low 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. 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 41, for Velveeta Beef Stroganoff, and we advise that this food in moderation.
Calorie Breakdown
| Calories from Protein | 29% | |
| Calories from Fat | 45% | |
| Calories from Carbs | 26% |
Why this is good for you
- Very high in Protein
- High in Thiamin
- Very high in Calcium
- High in Iron
- Very low in Sodium
- Very high in Vitamin B12
Why this is bad for you
- Very high in Cholesterol
- Very high in Saturated Fat
Vitamin Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 495 IU | 9.9% | ||
| Vitamin C | 0 mg | |||
| Vitamin D | 0 IU | |||
| Vitamin E | 0.16 mg | 0.53% | ||
| Thiamin | 0.34 mg | 22.8% | ||
| Riboflavin | 0.28 mg | 16.5% | ||
| Niacin | 4 mg | 19.9% | ||
| Vitamin B6 | 0.39 mg | 19.6% | ||
| Folate | 61.2 mcg | 15.3% | ||
| Vitamin B12 | 3.6 mcg | 59.7% | ||
| Pantothenic Acid | 0.45 mg | 4.5% |
Mineral Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 347 mg | 34.7% | ||
| Iron | 3.9 mg | 21.9% | ||
| Magnesium | 32 mg | 8% | ||
| Phosphorus | 216 mg | 21.6% | ||
| Potassium | 385.9 mg | 11% | ||
| Sodium | 1 mg | 0% | ||
| Zinc | 5.7 mg | 38.2% | ||
| Copper | 0.14 mg | 7.1% | ||
| Manganese | 0.18 mg | 8.8% | ||
| Selenium | 28.6 mcg | 40.8% |
Carbohydrate Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrate | 26.4 g | 8.8% | ||
| Dietary Fiber | 1.2 g | 4.8% | ||
| Sugars | 4 g |
Protein Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Protein | 29.7 g | 59.4% |
Fat Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 20.1 g | 30.9% | ||
| Saturated Fat | 8.5 g | 42.5% | ||
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2.8 g | |||
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g |
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Nutrition Facts
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 400 Calories from Fat 0
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 20.1 g 30.9%
Saturated Fat 8.5 g 42.5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 115.3 mg 38.4%
Sodium 1 mg 0%
Total Carbohydrates 26.4 g 8.8%
Dietary Fiber 1.2 g4.8%
Sugars 4 g
Protein 29.7 g 59.4%
Vitamin A 9.9% Vitamin C
Calcium 34.7% Iron 21.9%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
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