VT's Cruciferous Veggie Stir Fry Recipe
VT's Cruciferous Veggie Stir Fry has a very high-calorie, very high-carb, high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin A, Vitamin C and Folate.
The food contains 74g 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. Its average sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 15.9 gms of protein, it is 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 average 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 a high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a low-sodium diet. Besides other nutrients, it is average 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.
Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 79, for VT's Cruciferous Veggie Stir Fry, and we advise that this food in moderation.
Calorie Breakdown
| Calories from Protein | 12% | |
| Calories from Fat | 34% | |
| Calories from Carbs | 55% |
Why this is good for you
- Very high in Protein
- Very high in Vitamin A
- Very high in Vitamin C
- Low in Cholesterol
- High in Dietary Fiber
- High in Folate
Why this is bad for you
- Very high in Sodium
Vitamin Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 4680 IU | 93.6% | ||
| Vitamin C | 91.5 mg | 152.5% | ||
| Vitamin D | 0 IU | |||
| Vitamin E | 1 mg | 3.5% | ||
| Thiamin | 0.15 mg | 10.2% | ||
| Riboflavin | 0.18 mg | 10.6% | ||
| Niacin | 1.5 mg | 7.6% | ||
| Vitamin B6 | 0.4 mg | 20% | ||
| Folate | 106 mcg | 26.5% | ||
| Vitamin B12 | 0 mcg | |||
| Pantothenic Acid | 0.95 mg | 9.5% |
Mineral Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 65 mg | 6.5% | ||
| Iron | 1.7 mg | 9.7% | ||
| Magnesium | 61.2 mg | 15.3% | ||
| Phosphorus | 137 mg | 13.7% | ||
| Potassium | 772.4 mg | 22.1% | ||
| Sodium | 878.2 mg | 36.6% | ||
| Zinc | 0.71 mg | 4.7% | ||
| Copper | 0.21 mg | 10.4% | ||
| Manganese | 0.58 mg | 29% | ||
| Selenium | 2.3 mcg | 3.3% |
Carbohydrate Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrate | 74 g | 24.7% | ||
| Dietary Fiber | 7.4 g | 29.6% | ||
| Sugars | 10.8 g |
Protein Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Protein | 15.9 g | 31.8% |
Fat Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 20.2 g | 31.1% | ||
| Saturated Fat | 2.9 g | 14.5% | ||
| Monounsaturated Fat | 7.6 g | |||
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 7.6 g |
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Nutrition Facts
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 525 Calories from Fat 0
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 20.2 g 31.1%
Saturated Fat 2.9 g 14.5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 15 mg 5%
Sodium 878.2 mg 36.6%
Total Carbohydrates 74 g 24.7%
Dietary Fiber 7.4 g29.6%
Sugars 10.8 g
Protein 15.9 g 31.8%
Vitamin A 93.6% Vitamin C 152.5%
Calcium 6.5% Iron 9.7%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
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