Warm Pumpkin Salad with Polenta and Candied Pumpkin Seeds Recipe

Warm Pumpkin Salad with Polenta and Candied Pumpkin Seeds has a very high-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Vitamin A and Vitamin C.

The food contains 45g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average 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 sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 17 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. A quick glance at the fat profile reveals that it is high in saturated fats and low in trans 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 very high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a low-sodium diet.

It belongs to Italian cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Side Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Warm Pumpkin Salad with Polenta and Candied Pumpkin Seeds has been given a composite ranking of 64, and in moderation.