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Nutrition Facts
Amino Acids
Protein, Fat and Carbohydrate %
Key Nutrients (% Daily Value)
Macronutrients and Vitamins in "Quinoa Cooked"
| Food Name: Quinoa Cooked | |
| Food Group: Grains and Pasta | |
| Macronutrients | |
| Calories (kcal): 120 | Total Fat (g): 2 |
| Protein (g): 4 | Carbohydrates (g): 21 |
| Sugars (g): 1 | Fiber (g): 3 |
| Net Carbs (g): 19 | Water (g): 72 |
| Fats | |
| Monounsaturated Fat (mg): 528 | Polyunsaturated Fat (mg): 1078 |
| Omega-3 (mg): 15 | Omega-6 (mg): 974 |
| DHA (22:6 n-3) (mg): 15 | |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A (IU): 5 | Vitamin E (mg): 1 |
| Folate/B9 (mcg): 42 | Food Folate (mcg): 42 |
| Folate DFE (mcg): 42 | |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium (mg): 17 | Iron (mg): 1 |
| Magnesium (mg): 64 | Phosphorus (mg): 152 |
| Potassium (mg): 172 | Sodium (mg): 7 |
| Zinc (mg): 1 | Manganese (mg): 1 |
| Selenium (mcg): 3 | |
| Amino Acids | |
| Tryptophan (mg): 52 | Threonine (mg): 131 |
| Isoleucine (mg): 157 | Leucine (mg): 261 |
| Lysine (mg): 239 | Methionine (mg): 96 |
| Cystine (mg): 63 | Phenylalanine (mg): 185 |
| Tyrosine (mg): 83 | Valine (mg): 185 |
| Arginine (mg): 340 | Histidine (mg): 127 |
| Alanine (mg): 183 | Aspartic Acid (mg): 353 |
| Glutamic Acid (mg): 580 | Glycine (mg): 216 |
| Proline (mg): 240 | Serine (mg): 176 |
| Other Compounds | |
| Choline (mg): 23 | Beta-Carotene (mcg): 3 |
| Lutein + Zeaxanthin (mcg): 53 | PRAL Score: 2 |
| Sugars and Carbohydrates | |
| Starch (g): 18 | |
Key Nutrition Facts about Quinoa Cooked
FAQ's
What are the protein, carbohydrate, and fat contents in 100 grams of 'Quinoa Cooked'?
100 grams of 'Quinoa Cooked' contains approximately following amounts of protein, carbohydrates, and fat:
Protein – 4g (around 8% of daily requirement),
Carbohydrates – 21g (around 8% of daily requirement),
Fat – 2g (around 3% 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 'Quinoa Cooked'?
A 100-gram serving of 'Quinoa Cooked' provides around 120 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 'Quinoa Cooked' mainly a source of protein, carbohydrates, or fat?
In 100g, 'Quinoa Cooked' is mainly a source of carbohydrates. It contains 4g protein, 21g carbs, and 2g fat, making it suitable for diets focused on carbohydrates.
Does 'Quinoa Cooked' contain calcium, potassium, iron, and other essential minerals?
'Quinoa Cooked' is a good source of the following minerals per 100g:
Manganese (mg): 1 mg (43% DV).
It is also an average source of:
Magnesium (mg): 64 mg (15% DV).
'Quinoa Cooked' contains low amounts of the following minerals per 100g:
Calcium (mg): 17 mg (1% DV),
Iron (mg): 1 mg (6% DV),
Potassium (mg): 172 mg (4% DV),
Phosphorus (mg): 152 mg (12% DV),
Zinc (mg): 1 mg (9% DV),
Selenium (mcg): 3 mcg (5% DV),
Sodium (mg): 7 mg (0% DV).
Which vitamins are present in Quinoa Cooked in significant amounts?
'Quinoa Cooked' contains small to moderate amounts of the following vitamins per 100g:
Vitamin A (IU): 5 IU (0% DV),
Vitamin E (mg): 1 mg (7% DV),
Folate/B9 (mcg): 42 mcg (11% DV),
Food Folate (mcg): 42 mcg (11% DV),
Folate DFE (mcg): 42 mcg (11% DV).
Which nutrients in 'Quinoa Cooked' may be harmful if consumed in excess?
'Quinoa Cooked' does not contain significant amounts of commonly overconsumed nutrients per 100g.