Moussaka
Carb Check
- Carbs
- 5gCarbs
- Fiber
- 1gFiber
- Net Carbs
- 4gNet Carbs
- Carbs per Portion
- 15gCarbs per Portion
- Glycemic Index
- 60Glycemic Index
- Glycemic Load
- 9Glycemic Load
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Diet Check
- Low Carb
- Yes
- Keto
- No
- Carnivore
- No
- Paleo
- No
- Slow Carb
- Yes
- Vegan
- No
- Vegetarian
- No
- Low FODMAP
- No
pH Check
Nutrient Distribution per 100g
Moussaka
- Water77.0g
- Fiber1.0g
- Carbs5.0g
- Fat9.0g
- Protein6.0g
Advanced Nutrient Analysis
- Histamine
- Moderate
- Purine
- Moderate
- Tyramine
- Moderate
- FODMAP
- Moderate
- Oxalate
- Moderate
- Goitrogen
- Not present
- Sulfite
- Low
- Nitrate
- Moderate
- Antioxidants
- High
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For the antioxidant level, the scale is flipped. 1 (green) is a high antioxidant level, and 5 (purple) is a low antioxidant level.
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Moussaka is a low-carb option with just 5g of carbohydrates per 100g, making it well suited for ketogenic and low-carb eating plans. Per 100g it provides 127 kcal, 6g of protein, and 9g of fat. Its fiber content of 1g per 100g supports digestive health. Moussaka is also a good source of Sodium (75mg).
- Net carbs: 4 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Glycemic index (GI): 60 (medium)
- Glycemic load (GL): 9
- Sodium: 235 mg
- Zinc: 1.3
- Potassium: 250
- Phosphorus: 85
Moussaka is keto-friendly with just 5g of carbs per 100g. A standard portion of 300g delivers 15g of carbohydrates, which fits comfortably within a daily keto macro target. With 6g of protein and 9g of fat per 100g, Moussaka provides a solid macronutrient profile for a low-carb lifestyle. It is recommended as a regular part of a ketogenic or low-carb plan.
Moussaka has a glycemic index (GI) of 60, indicating a low carb impact on blood sugar. The glycemic load (GL) is 9, reflecting the overall blood glucose effect from a standard serving of 300g. With 5g of carbs per 100g, Moussaka produces a measured glycemic response.
Vitamin Check
- Vitamin A (Retinol)
- 40
- Vitamin C
- 7
- Vitamin B1 (Thiamine)
- 0.05
- Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
- 0.11
- Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine)
- 0.1
- Beta-Carotene
- 110
RDA percentages are based on EU reference values for adults (19-50 years) per 300g serving.
Mineral Check
- Sodium
- 600
- Calcium
- 25
- Iron
- 1.1
- Potassium
- 250
- Magnesium
- 15
- Phosphorus
- 85
- Zinc
- 1.3
RDA percentages are based on EU reference values for adults (19-50 years) per 300g serving.
Allergen Check
- Fructose
- Traces
- Lactose
- Low
- Gluten
- Not present
- Soy
- Not present
- Shellfish
- Not present
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Nutritional Information
| Nutrient | Amount (100g) |
|---|---|
| Calories | 127 kcal |
| Beta-CaroteneVitamin | 110 |
| CalciumMineral | 25 |
| CarbohydratesMacro | 5 |
| Dietary FatMacro | 9 |
| Dietary FiberMacro | 1 |
| IronMineral | 1.1 |
| MagnesiumMineral | 15 |
| PhosphorusMineral | 85 |
| PotassiumMineral | 250 |
| ProteinMacro | 6 |
| SodiumMineral | 600 |
| Vitamin A (Retinol)Vitamin | 40 |
| Vitamin B1 (Thiamine)Vitamin | 0.05 |
| Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)Vitamin | 0.11 |
| Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine)Vitamin | 0.1 |
| Vitamin CVitamin | 7 |
| WaterMacro | 77 |
| ZincMineral | 1.3 |
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