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Garlic-Spiked Broccoli with Cranberries Recipe

Garlic-Spiked Broccoli with Cranberries has a low-calorie, low-carb, low-fat and average-protein content.

The food contains 9g 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 3 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Because of its low fat content, it could be suitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. A quick glance at the fat profile reveals that it is low in saturated fats and low in trans 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.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Garlic-Spiked Broccoli with Cranberries has been given a composite ranking of 57, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein18%
 Calories from Fat27%
 Calories from Carbs55%

Why this is good for you

  • Very low in Saturated Fat
  • No Cholesterol

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Sodium

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A82 IU1.6%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium58 mg5.8%
Iron2 mg11.1%
Potassium328 mg9.4%
Sodium1000 mg41.7%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate9 g3%
Dietary Fiber3 g12%
Sugars2 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein3 g6%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat2 g3.1%
Saturated Fat0.34 g1.7%
Total Trans Fatty Acids0 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 61 Calories from Fat 21

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 2 g 3.1%

Saturated Fat 0.34 g 1.7%

Trans Fat 0 g

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 1000 mg 41.7%

Total Carbohydrates 9 g 3%

Dietary Fiber 3 g12%

Sugars 2 g

Protein 3 g 6%

Vitamin A 1.6% Vitamin C

Calcium 5.8% Iron 11.1%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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