Calories in Mediterranean Orzo Salad, Mediterranean

📏 Serving Size: 0.5 cup (140.0g)

🧪 Nutrition Facts

Amount Per Serving
  • Calories 350.0
  • Total Fat 16.0 g
  • Saturated Fat 2.0 g
  • Cholesterol 0.0 mg
  • Sodium 420.0 mg
  • Potassium 0.0 mg
  • Total Carbohydrate 45.0 g
  • Dietary Fiber 2.9 g
  • Sugars 6.0 g
  • Protein 8.0 g
Vitamins & Minerals
  • Vitamin A 400.4 IU
  • Vitamin B-12 0.0 µg
  • Vitamin B-6 0.0 mg
  • Vitamin C 18.1 mg
  • Vitamin D 0.0 IU
  • Vitamin E 0.0 mg
  • Calcium 40.6 mg
  • Copper 0.0 mg
  • Folate 0.0 µg
  • Iron 1.8 mg
  • Magnesium 0.0 mg
  • Manganese 0.0 mg
  • Niacin 0.0 mg
  • Pantothenic Acid 0.0 mg
  • Phosphorus 0.0 mg
  • Riboflavin 0.0 mg
  • Thiamin 0.0 mg
  • Zinc 0.0 mg
Note: Nutrition information comes from the USDA Food Central Database. Daily values are based on a 2,000 calorie per day diet (FDA). Actual requirements vary by individual. Use at your own risk.

📋 Nutrition Summary

At 350.0 calories per serving (0.5 cup (140.0g)), Mediterranean Orzo Salad, Mediterranean is a high-calorie food — portion size matters if you're monitoring your daily intake. Carbohydrates are the primary energy source at 45.0g per serving (50.6% of calories), with a good 2.9g of dietary fiber. It contains 1.8mg of iron (10% DV), which plays a key role in oxygen transport and energy metabolism.

📝 Ingredients

Orzo (semolina, Niacin, Ferrous Sulfate [iron], Thiamine Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Folic Acid), Tomato, Kalamata Olives (kalamata Olives, Water, Salt, Vinegar, Olive Oil), Assorted Bell Peppers, Canola Oil, Artichoke Hearts (artichoke Hearts, Water, Salt, Citric Acid), Balsamic Vinegar, Olive Oil, Capers (capers, Water, Vinegar, Salt), Sugar, Garlic (garlic, Water, Contains Less than 1%: Phosphoric Acid, and Sodium Benzoate [preservative]), Lemon Juice, Contains Less than 1%: Herbs, Salt, Spices, Sodium Benzoate (preservative), Potassium Sorbate (preservative), and Calcium Chloride.

🔬 Ingredient Analysis

⚠️ Artificial Preservatives ℹ️ Fortified / Enriched

Artificial Preservatives: Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate

Fortification / Enrichment Agents: Ferrous Sulfate, Niacin, Thiamine Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Folic Acid

Detected additives are based on the ingredient list in the USDA Food Central Database. Always read the full product label as formulations can change. Presence of these ingredients does not necessarily indicate a health risk — consult a healthcare professional for personalised dietary advice. Fortification agents are synthetic vitamins or minerals added to restore nutrients lost during processing or to boost nutritional content. They are added for public health reasons and are widely considered safe.

📊 % Daily Value

The following shows how one serving of Mediterranean Orzo Salad, Mediterranean contributes to the recommended daily intake for key nutrients, based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutrient Amount % Daily Value
Calories350.0 kcal17.5%
Total Fat16.0 g21%
Saturated Fat2.0 g10%
Sodium420.0 mg18%
Total Carbohydrate45.0 g16%
Dietary Fiber2.9 g10%
Protein8.0 g16%
Vitamin C18.1 mg20%
Calcium40.6 mg3%
Iron1.8 mg10%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

🔥 Calorie Analysis

Mediterranean Orzo Salad, Mediterranean accounts for 17.5% of a standard 2,000 calorie daily diet per serving. The majority of the calories for this food comes from carbohydrates. Carbohydrates make up 50.6% of the calories.

Fat 40.5%
Carbs 50.6%
Fat 40.5% Carbs 50.6% Protein 9%

🏃 Exercise Burn Time

How long would it take to burn off the 350.0 calories in Mediterranean Orzo Salad, Mediterranean? The table below shows burn time for a 170-pound person doing common exercises.

Exercise Minutes to Burn
Running: 10 minutes per mile 26.5 min
Walking: 17 minutes per mile 60.4 min
Cycling (Low Intensity) 38.3 min
HIIT 32.4 min
Roller Skating 37.0 min

Find more information on calories burned doing popular exercises.

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