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Black Quinoa With Avocado, Almonds, and Honey Recipe

Black Quinoa With Avocado, Almonds, and Honey has a very high-calorie, high-carb, very high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Iron, Riboflavin and Folate.

The food contains 56.6g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average in complex carbs and high 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 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 very high fat content of this product makes it unsuitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. It's high MUFA and average PUFA. In terms of Polyunsaturated Fat content it is ranked in the top 10% of all food items. It is also ranked in the top 10 percentile in terms of its Monounsaturated Fat content, which are considered among "good fats".

It gives a good yield of Iron at 5 gms/ serving, and should be included in an Iron rich diet. Iron is essential to help carry oxygen from the lungs to the muscles and other organs, and is especially helpful for pregnant women. While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has a low density of Sodium, it is suitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet. Besides other nutrients, it is very high 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 an average source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Black Quinoa With Avocado, Almonds, and Honey has been given a composite ranking of 92, and on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein12%
 Calories from Fat59%
 Calories from Carbs29%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • No Cholesterol
  • Very high in Dietary Fiber
  • Low in Sodium

Why this is bad for you

  • High in Saturated Fat

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A21.8 IU0.4%Mid 40%Average
Retinol0 mcg
Vitamin C1.2 mg2%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin D0 IU
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0.4 mg23.7%Top 10%Very High
Niacin1.6 mg8.1%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate50.4 mcg12.6%Top 30%High
Folic Acid0 mcg
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.4 mg4%Mid 40%Average

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium101.2 mg10.1%Top 30%High
Iron2 mg11.2%Top 30%High
Magnesium124.6 mg31.1%Top 10%Very High
Phosphorus223 mg22.3%Top 10%Very High
Potassium382.3 mg10.9%Top 10%Very High
Sodium42.9 mg1.8%Bottom 30%Low
Zinc1.6 mg10.8%Top 30%High
Copper0.4 mg20.2%Top 10%Very High
Manganese1.2 mg60.5%Top 10%Very High
Selenium2 mcg2.9%Mid 40%Average

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate22.8 g7.6%Mid 40%Average
Dietary Fiber5.5 g21.9%Top 10%Very High
Starch6 g
Sugars8.8 g
Sucrose1.6 mg
Glucose3.2 mg
Fructose3.6 mg
Lactose0.4 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0.4 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein9.2 g18.5%Top 30%High
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0.4 mg
Isoleucine0.4 mg
Leucine0.4 mg
Lysine0.4 mg
Methionine0 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0.4 mg
Tyrosine0.4 mg
Valine0.4 mg
Arginine0.8 mg
Histidine0.4 mg
Alanine0.4 mg
Aspartic Acid1.2 mg
Glutamic Acid2 mg
Glycine0.4 mg
Proline0.4 mg
Serine0.4 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat20.8 g31.9%Top 30%High
Saturated Fat1.7 g8.7%Mid 40%Average
Monounsaturated Fat12.9 g
Polyunsaturated Fat5.2 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Water45.6 g
Ash1.6 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 735 Calories from Fat 463

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 51.5 g 79.2%

Saturated Fat 4.3 g 21.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 106.4 mg 4.4%

Total Carbohydrates 56.6 g 18.9%

Dietary Fiber 13.6 g54.4%

Sugars 21.7 g

Protein 22.9 g 45.8%

Vitamin A 1.1% Vitamin C 5%

Calcium 25.1% Iron 27.8%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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