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Weeknight tuna casserole - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Weeknight tuna casserole Recipe

Weeknight tuna casserole has a high-calorie, high-carb, average-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin A, Vitamin B12 and Niacin.

The food contains 63.3g 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 22.9 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Not only that, the average fat content of this product makes it suitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. 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".

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

Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Weeknight tuna casserole has been given a composite ranking of 61, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein21%
 Calories from Fat21%
 Calories from Carbs58%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • High in Niacin
  • High in Vitamin A
  • High in Dietary Fiber
  • High in Vitamin B12

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Sodium

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A1375 IU27.5%
Vitamin C1 mg1.7%
Vitamin D60 IU15%
Vitamin E0 mg
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin5 mg25%
Vitamin B60.12 mg6%
Folate0 mcg
Vitamin B121.5 mcg25%
Pantothenic Acid0 mg

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium23 mg2.3%
Iron3 mg16.5%
Magnesium0 mg
Phosphorus0 mg
Potassium403.3 mg11.5%
Sodium979.2 mg40.8%
Zinc0 mg
Copper0 mg
Manganese0 mg
Selenium42 mcg60%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate63.3 g21.1%
Dietary Fiber6.5 g26%
Sugars13.1 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein22.9 g45.8%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat10.1 g15.5%
Saturated Fat3 g15%
Monounsaturated Fat0.9 g
Polyunsaturated Fat1.8 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 424 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 10.1 g 15.5%

Saturated Fat 3 g 15%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 28.8 mg 9.6%

Sodium 979.2 mg 40.8%

Total Carbohydrates 63.3 g 21.1%

Dietary Fiber 6.5 g26%

Sugars 13.1 g

Protein 22.9 g 45.8%

Vitamin A 27.5% Vitamin C 1.7%

Calcium 2.3% Iron 16.5%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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