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Gorgonzola Clam Linguini over a Bed of Chili Arugula Recipe

Gorgonzola Clam Linguini over a Bed of Chili Arugula has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin B12, Vitamin C and Folate.

The food contains 32.4g 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. With 16.7 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Moreover, the average fat content makes it suitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. It's low MUFA and low PUFA.

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 a very high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 82, for Gorgonzola Clam Linguini over a Bed of Chili Arugula, and we advise that this food on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein27%
 Calories from Fat22%
 Calories from Carbs52%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • Very high in Vitamin B12
  • Very high in Folate

Why this is bad for you

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietAVERAGE

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A1 IU0%Mid 40%Average
Retinol38.7 mcg
Vitamin C45.2 mg75.4%Top 10%Very High
Vitamin D2 IU0.5%Mid 40%Average
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin1.5 mg7.5%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate63.8 mcg16%Top 30%High
Folic Acid31.2 mcg
Vitamin B123 mcg50.3%Top 10%Very High
Pantothenic Acid0.5 mg5%Top 30%High

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium83.9 mg8.4%Top 30%High
Iron1.5 mg8.4%Top 30%High
Magnesium26.1 mg6.5%Top 30%High
Phosphorus135.2 mg13.5%Top 30%High
Potassium306.5 mg8.8%Top 30%High
Sodium142.8 mg6%Mid 40%Average
Zinc0.5 mg3.4%Mid 40%Average
Copper0 mg
Manganese0.5 mg25.1%Top 30%High
Selenium18.6 mcg26.6%Top 30%High

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate16.3 g5.4%Mid 40%Average
Dietary Fiber1.4 g5.4%Mid 40%Average
Sugars2.3 g
Glucose0.5 mg
Fructose0.5 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0.5 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein8.4 g16.8%Top 30%High
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0.5 mg
Isoleucine0.5 mg
Leucine0.5 mg
Lysine0.5 mg
Methionine0 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0.5 mg
Tyrosine0.5 mg
Valine0.5 mg
Arginine0.5 mg
Histidine0 mg
Alanine0.5 mg
Aspartic Acid0.5 mg
Glutamic Acid2 mg
Glycine0.5 mg
Proline0 mg
Serine0.5 mg
Hydroxyproline0 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat3.1 g4.7%Bottom 30%Low
Saturated Fat1.7 g8.3%Mid 40%Average
Monounsaturated Fat0.5 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.5 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash1.5 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 251 Calories from Fat 55

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 6.1 g 9.4%

Saturated Fat 3.3 g 16.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 27.6 mg 9.2%

Sodium 284.2 mg 11.8%

Total Carbohydrates 32.4 g 10.8%

Dietary Fiber 2.7 g10.8%

Sugars 4.6 g

Protein 16.7 g 33.4%

Vitamin A 0% Vitamin C 150%

Calcium 16.7% Iron 16.7%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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