Visit South Africa With This Couscous Pilaf Recipe has a high-calorie, very high-carb, average-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin B6, Vitamin C and Folate.
The food contains 75.6g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is high 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. With 12.6 gms of protein, it is 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 average MUFA and average PUFA.
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 an average density of Sodium, it is suitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet. It is also high in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat.
Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.
Based on the composite nutritive standing Visit South Africa With This Couscous Pilaf Recipe has been given a composite ranking of 91, and on a regular basis.
Calories from Protein | 11% | |
Calories from Fat | 24% | |
Calories from Carbs | 65% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Vitamin A | 0.3 IU | 0.01% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Retinol | 5.4 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 17.6 mg | 29.3% | Top 30% | High |
Vitamin D | 0 IU | |||
Thiamin | 0 mg | |||
Riboflavin | 0 mg | |||
Niacin | 0.89 mg | 4.5% | Mid 40% | Average |
Vitamin B6 | 0.3 mg | 14.9% | Top 30% | High |
Folate | 25.6 mcg | 6.4% | Mid 40% | Average |
Folic Acid | 0 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 0 mcg | |||
Pantothenic Acid | 0.3 mg | 3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Calcium | 22.6 mg | 2.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Iron | 0.89 mg | 5% | Mid 40% | Average |
Magnesium | 26.8 mg | 6.7% | Top 30% | High |
Phosphorus | 77.4 mg | 7.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
Potassium | 196.4 mg | 5.6% | Mid 40% | Average |
Sodium | 69.4 mg | 2.9% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Zinc | 0.6 mg | 4% | Mid 40% | Average |
Copper | 0 mg | |||
Manganese | 0.6 mg | 29.8% | Top 10% | Very High |
Selenium | 0.6 mcg | 0.85% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 22.5 g | 7.5% | Mid 40% | Average |
Dietary Fiber | 2.6 g | 10.2% | Top 30% | High |
Sugars | 4 g | |||
Glucose | 1.8 mg | |||
Fructose | 2.1 mg | |||
Lactose | 0 mg | |||
Maltose | 0 mg | |||
Galactose | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Protein | 3.8 g | 7.5% | Mid 40% | Average |
Tryptophan | 0 mg | |||
Threonine | 0 mg | |||
Isoleucine | 0 mg | |||
Leucine | 0 mg | |||
Lysine | 0 mg | |||
Methionine | 0 mg | |||
Cystine | 0 mg | |||
Phenylalanine | 0.3 mg | |||
Tyrosine | 0 mg | |||
Valine | 0.3 mg | |||
Arginine | 0.3 mg | |||
Histidine | 0 mg | |||
Alanine | 0 mg | |||
Aspartic Acid | 0.3 mg | |||
Glutamic Acid | 0.9 mg | |||
Glycine | 0 mg | |||
Proline | 0.3 mg | |||
Serine | 0.3 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Total Fat | 3.7 g | 5.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
Saturated Fat | 0.39 g | 1.9% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Monounsaturated Fat | 1.2 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.5 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Alcohol | 0 g | |||
Ash | 0.9 g | |||
Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
Theobromine | 0 mg |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 455 Calories from Fat 112
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 12.5 g 19.2%
Saturated Fat 1.3 g 6.5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 0 mg
Sodium 233.1 mg 9.7%
Total Carbohydrates 75.6 g 25.2%
Dietary Fiber 8.6 g34.4%
Sugars 13.5 g
Protein 12.6 g 25.2%
Vitamin A 0% Vitamin C 98.3%
Calcium 7.6% Iron 16.7%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 393
Protein 11.7 g | Carbs 56.2 g | Fat 13.7 g
Per Serving | Calories 96
Protein 3.1 g | Carbs 12.6 g | Fat 3.8 g
Per Serving | Calories 225
Protein 6.8 g | Carbs 37.1 g | Fat 5.5 g
Per Serving | Calories 217
Protein 6.1 g | Carbs 42.5 g | Fat 2.7 g
Per Serving | Calories 173
Protein 17 g | Carbs 4.9 g | Fat 9.2 g
Per Serving | Calories 412
Protein 0.44 g | Carbs 15 g | Fat 40 g
Per Serving | Calories 38
Protein 3.8 g | Carbs 0.49 g | Fat 2.3 g
Per Serving | Calories 262
Protein 9.3 g | Carbs 21.6 g | Fat 15.7 g