Legumes & beans

Chicken, meatless

FDC 169886cup (168 g)

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Original analysis by NutriVerdict

Density 58 · -5 vs Legumes & beans median

On our Nutrient Density Score, which measures beneficial nutrients per calorie relative to the foods we cover, Chicken, meatless is middling for nutrient density at 58 of 100. Within legumes & beans it ranks 36 of 60. Per 100 grams it is an excellent source of protein (47% DV), a good source of iron (18% DV), a good source of vitamin e (18% DV). Most of its 224 calories per 100 grams come from fat. Worth noting: it is high in sodium (709 mg per 100 g).

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Fig. 1 · Macronutrient composition
Protein 23.6 g · 42%Carb 3.6 g · 7%Fat 12.7 g · 51%

Percent of calories derived by NutriVerdict from USDA grams

Nutrition facts

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories224 kcal11%
Total fat13 g16%
Saturated fat1.5 g8%
Cholesterol0 mg0%
Sodium709 mg31%
Carbohydrate3.6 g1%
Dietary fiber3.6 g13%
Sugars0 g
Protein24 g47%
Potassium54 mg1%
Calcium35 mg3%
Iron3.3 mg18%
Magnesium17 mg4%
Vitamin C0 mg0%
Vitamin A0 µg0%
Vitamin E2.7 mg18%

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FDC 169886

Original analysis by NutriVerdict

What it is rich in

Nutrients supplying at least 10% of the Daily Value per 100 grams. 20% or more is an excellent source.

Protein47% DV
Iron18% DV
Vitamin E18% DV
Dietary fiber13% DV

Original analysis by NutriVerdict

Versus the legumes & beans median

Nutrient density58 vs 63 median
Protein / 100 g24 vs 21 median
Fiber / 100 g3.6 vs 5.4 median
Sodium / 100 g709 vs 203 median

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More nutrient-dense swaps

Foods in the same category that score higher on nutrient density.

Meatballs, meatlessDensity 59 vs 58Vegetarian meatloaf or pattiesDensity 59 vs 58Vegetarian filletsDensity 60 vs 58

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