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Whole Wheat Couscous with Feta Cheese and Spinach - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Whole Wheat Couscous with Feta Cheese and Spinach Recipe

Whole Wheat Couscous with Feta Cheese and Spinach has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin A.

The food contains 35.6g 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 14.1 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 average fat content, it could be suitable 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".

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 belongs to Greek cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Whole Wheat Couscous with Feta Cheese and Spinach has been given a composite ranking of 74, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein23%
 Calories from Fat21%
 Calories from Carbs57%

Why this is good for you

  • High in Protein
  • Very high in Vitamin A
  • Low in Cholesterol
  • Very high in Dietary Fiber

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A2410 IU48.2%
Vitamin C6.3 mg10.5%
Vitamin D0 IU
Vitamin E0.56 mg1.9%
Thiamin0.02 mg1.2%
Riboflavin0.04 mg2.5%
Niacin0.16 mg0.8%
Vitamin B60.04 mg2.2%
Folate43.6 mcg10.9%
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.01 mg0.1%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium122 mg12.2%
Iron2 mg10.9%
Magnesium17.6 mg4.4%
Phosphorus11 mg1.1%
Potassium125.6 mg3.6%
Sodium470.3 mg19.6%
Zinc0.12 mg0.8%
Copper0.03 mg1.5%
Manganese0.2 mg10.1%
Selenium0.21 mcg0.3%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate35.6 g11.9%
Dietary Fiber8.5 g34%
Sugars0.1 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein14.1 g28.2%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat5.7 g8.8%
Saturated Fat2.7 g13.5%
Monounsaturated Fat0.8 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.1 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 236 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 5.7 g 8.8%

Saturated Fat 2.7 g 13.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 10 mg 3.3%

Sodium 470.3 mg 19.6%

Total Carbohydrates 35.6 g 11.9%

Dietary Fiber 8.5 g34%

Sugars 0.1 g

Protein 14.1 g 28.2%

Vitamin A 48.2% Vitamin C 10.5%

Calcium 12.2% Iron 10.9%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Source: http://recipes.sparkpeople.com/recipe-calories.asp?recipe=974572 Embed Table:

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