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Creamy Parmesan Orzo Recipe

Creamy Parmesan Orzo has a low-calorie, low-carb, average-fat and low-protein content.

The food contains 1g 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 2 gms of protein, it is low in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Not only that, the average fat content of this product makes it suitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight.

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

Based on the composite nutritive standing Creamy Parmesan Orzo has been given a composite ranking of 21, and sparingly.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein12%
 Calories from Fat82%
 Calories from Carbs6%

Why this is good for you

  • Low in Cholesterol

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A200 IU4%
Vitamin C0 mg

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium60 mg6%
Iron0.36 mg2%
Potassium25 mg0.7%
Sodium250 mg10.4%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate1 g0.3%
Dietary Fiber0 g
Sugars0 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein2 g4%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat6 g9.2%
Saturated Fat3 g15%

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 60 Calories from Fat 50

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 6 g 9.2%

Saturated Fat 3 g 15%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 10 mg 3.3%

Sodium 250 mg 10.4%

Total Carbohydrates 1 g 0.3%

Dietary Fiber 0 g

Sugars 0 g

Protein 2 g 4%

Vitamin A 4% Vitamin C

Calcium 6% Iron 2%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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