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Zucchini/Asparagus Omelet - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Zucchini/Asparagus Omelet Recipe

Zucchini/Asparagus Omelet has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Vitamin A, Vitamin C and Folate.

The food contains 17.1g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low 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 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".

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. 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. It is also average in Selenium, an important antioxidant especially in combination with Vitamin E. Given that this is also average in Vitamin E, it is qualifies as good food source.

Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 85, for Zucchini/Asparagus Omelet, and we advise that this food on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein32%
 Calories from Fat28%
 Calories from Carbs40%

Why this is good for you

  • High in Protein
  • Very high in Vitamin A
  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • High in Calcium
  • Very high in Folate

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A2590 IU51.8%
Vitamin C19.9 mg33.1%
Vitamin D12.4 IU3.1%
Vitamin E1.6 mg5.4%
Thiamin0.2 mg13.1%
Riboflavin0.3 mg17.5%
Niacin1.6 mg8%
Vitamin B60.31 mg15.7%
Folate121.6 mcg30.4%
Vitamin B120.34 mcg5.7%
Pantothenic Acid0.49 mg4.9%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium267 mg26.7%
Iron1.4 mg7.5%
Magnesium66.4 mg16.6%
Phosphorus283 mg28.3%
Potassium772.9 mg22.1%
Sodium155.5 mg6.5%
Zinc1.6 mg10.7%
Copper0.3 mg15.1%
Manganese0.55 mg27.7%
Selenium6.8 mcg9.7%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate17.1 g5.7%
Dietary Fiber4.7 g18.8%
Sugars3 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein14 g28%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat5.4 g8.3%
Saturated Fat3.3 g16.5%
Monounsaturated Fat1.5 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.3 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 167 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 5.4 g 8.3%

Saturated Fat 3.3 g 16.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 18.9 mg 6.3%

Sodium 155.5 mg 6.5%

Total Carbohydrates 17.1 g 5.7%

Dietary Fiber 4.7 g18.8%

Sugars 3 g

Protein 14 g 28%

Vitamin A 51.8% Vitamin C 33.1%

Calcium 26.7% Iron 7.5%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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