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Romaine with Parmesan Vinaigrette Recipe

Romaine with Parmesan Vinaigrette has a average-calorie, low-carb, high-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin A and Vitamin C.

The food contains 11g 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 low sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 5 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Not only that, the high fat content of this product makes it unsuitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. A quick glance at the fat profile reveals that it is average in saturated fats and low in trans 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.

It has an average density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Romaine with Parmesan Vinaigrette has been given a composite ranking of 90, and on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein8%
 Calories from Fat76%
 Calories from Carbs17%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Vitamin A
  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • Very low in Cholesterol
  • High in Dietary Fiber

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A25500 IU510%
Vitamin C78 mg130%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium150 mg15%
Iron3.6 mg20%
Potassium770 mg22%
Sodium140 mg5.8%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate11 g3.7%
Dietary Fiber6 g24%
Sugars3 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein5 g10%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat22 g33.8%
Saturated Fat3.5 g17.5%
Total Trans Fatty Acids0 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 260 Calories from Fat 200

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 22 g 33.8%

Saturated Fat 3.5 g 17.5%

Trans Fat 0 g

Cholesterol 5 mg 1.7%

Sodium 140 mg 5.8%

Total Carbohydrates 11 g 3.7%

Dietary Fiber 6 g24%

Sugars 3 g

Protein 5 g 10%

Vitamin A 510% Vitamin C 130%

Calcium 15% Iron 20%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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