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Marinated Melons with Mint and Feta Recipe

Marinated Melons with Mint and Feta has a low-calorie, average-carb, low-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin C.

The food contains 16g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low in complex carbs and average 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 average sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing 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.

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.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Marinated Melons with Mint and Feta has been given a composite ranking of 53, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein13%
 Calories from Fat15%
 Calories from Carbs72%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • Very low in Cholesterol
  • Low in Saturated Fat
  • Low in Sodium

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A100 IU2%
Vitamin C54 mg90%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium60 mg6%
Iron0.36 mg2%
Potassium400 mg11.4%
Sodium120 mg5%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate16 g5.3%
Dietary Fiber2 g8%
Sugars13 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein3 g6%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat1.5 g2.3%
Saturated Fat1 g5%

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 80 Calories from Fat 15

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 1.5 g 2.3%

Saturated Fat 1 g 5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 5 mg 1.7%

Sodium 120 mg 5%

Total Carbohydrates 16 g 5.3%

Dietary Fiber 2 g8%

Sugars 13 g

Protein 3 g 6%

Vitamin A 2% Vitamin C 90%

Calcium 6% Iron 2%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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