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Nutrition Facts
Amino Acids
Protein, Fat and Carbohydrate %
Key Nutrients (% Daily Value)
Macronutrients and Vitamins in "Cooked Couscous"
| Food Name: Cooked Couscous | |
| Food Group: Grains and Pasta | |
| Macronutrients | |
| Calories (kcal): 112 | Protein (g): 4 |
| Carbohydrates (g): 23 | Fiber (g): 1 |
| Net Carbs (g): 22 | Water (g): 73 |
| Fats | |
| Monounsaturated Fat (mg): 22 | Polyunsaturated Fat (mg): 64 |
| Omega-3 (mg): 3 | Omega-6 (mg): 60 |
| Vitamins | |
| Niacin/B3 (mg): 1 | Folate/B9 (mcg): 15 |
| Food Folate (mcg): 15 | Folate DFE (mcg): 15 |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium (mg): 8 | Magnesium (mg): 8 |
| Phosphorus (mg): 22 | Potassium (mg): 58 |
| Sodium (mg): 5 | Selenium (mcg): 28 |
| Amino Acids | |
| Tryptophan (mg): 49 | Threonine (mg): 100 |
| Isoleucine (mg): 147 | Leucine (mg): 259 |
| Lysine (mg): 73 | Methionine (mg): 59 |
| Cystine (mg): 107 | Phenylalanine (mg): 184 |
| Tyrosine (mg): 100 | Valine (mg): 162 |
| Arginine (mg): 140 | Histidine (mg): 77 |
| Alanine (mg): 111 | Aspartic Acid (mg): 155 |
| Glutamic Acid (mg): 1367 | Glycine (mg): 120 |
| Proline (mg): 417 | Serine (mg): 179 |
| Other Compounds | |
| Choline (mg): 3 | Lutein + Zeaxanthin (mcg): 25 |
| PRAL Score: 1 | |
Key Nutrition Facts about Cooked Couscous
FAQ's
What are the protein, carbohydrate, and fat contents in 100 grams of 'Cooked Couscous'?
100 grams of 'Cooked Couscous' contains approximately following amounts of protein, carbohydrates, and fat:
Protein – 4g (around 8% of daily requirement),
Carbohydrates – 23g (around 8% of daily requirement),
Fat – 0g (around 0% of daily requirement).
It is typically higher in Carbohydrates while lower in Fat, making it more suitable for diets that are high-carb and also suitable for those requiring low Fat intake.
How many calories are in 100 grams of 'Cooked Couscous'?
A 100-gram serving of 'Cooked Couscous' provides around 112 kcal of energy. The majority of the calories come from carbohydrates, based on its macronutrient composition. This contributes approximately 6% of an average 2000 kcal daily diet, making it a low-calorie food choice.
Is 'Cooked Couscous' mainly a source of protein, carbohydrates, or fat?
In 100g, 'Cooked Couscous' is mainly a source of carbohydrates. It contains 4g protein, 23g carbs, and 0g fat, making it suitable for diets focused on carbohydrates.
Does 'Cooked Couscous' contain calcium, potassium, iron, and other essential minerals?
'Cooked Couscous' is a good source of the following minerals per 100g:
Selenium (mcg): 28 mcg (51% DV).
'Cooked Couscous' contains low amounts of the following minerals per 100g:
Calcium (mg): 8 mg (1% DV),
Potassium (mg): 58 mg (1% DV),
Magnesium (mg): 8 mg (2% DV),
Phosphorus (mg): 22 mg (2% DV),
Sodium (mg): 5 mg (0% DV).
Which vitamins are present in Cooked Couscous in significant amounts?
'Cooked Couscous' contains small to moderate amounts of the following vitamins per 100g:
Niacin/B3 (mg): 1 mg (6% DV),
Folate/B9 (mcg): 15 mcg (4% DV),
Food Folate (mcg): 15 mcg (4% DV),
Folate DFE (mcg): 15 mcg (4% DV).
Which nutrients in 'Cooked Couscous' may be harmful if consumed in excess?
'Cooked Couscous' does not contain significant amounts of commonly overconsumed nutrients per 100g.