Low Fat Mac and Cheese

Health score
24%
Low Fat Mac and Cheese
20 min.
6
303kcal

Suggestions

This low-fat mac and cheese recipe is a delicious and healthier take on a classic comfort food. It's a perfect side dish or main course for lunch or dinner, serving up a generous portion of your daily protein and calcium needs. With a glycemic index of 35.71 and a load of 19.4, this dish is a great option for those watching their blood sugar levels. The inflammation score of -4 indicates that this meal choice could help reduce inflammation in the body, offering potential health benefits.

The recipe yields six servings, making it ideal for meal prep or feeding a small group. Each serving provides 303 calories and covers 10% of your daily fat needs, including a good amount of saturated fat. In terms of carbohydrates, you'll get 48.53 grams per serving, of which 46.58 grams are net carbs. This dish also delivers on nutrients, providing over 25% of your daily calcium needs and a good amount of selenium, phosphorus, manganese, and vitamin B2.

This mac and cheese is not only nutritious but also visually appealing, with a creamy texture and a beautiful blend of flavors. The black pepper and Dijon mustard add a subtle kick, while the low-fat cheese ensures a healthier option without compromising on taste. It's a great choice for those looking to indulge in a comforting meal without the guilt. So, if you're craving some mac and cheese but want to keep things on the lighter side, this recipe is definitely one to try!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper black
  • teaspoons dijon mustard 
  • 1.5 cups cheese low-fat
  • cups skim milk 
  • 12 ounces soup noodles 
  • 1.5 tablespoons flour plain

Equipment

    Nutrition Facts

    Calories303kcal
    Protein24.84%
    Fat10%
    Carbs65.16%

    Properties

    Glycemic Index
    35.71
    Glycemic Load
    19.4
    Inflammation Score
    -4
    Nutrition Score
    11.884347826087%

    Nutrients percent of daily need

    Calories:303.26kcal
    15.16%
    Fat:3.31g
    5.09%
    Saturated Fat:1.64g
    10.24%
    Carbohydrates:48.53g
    16.18%
    Net Carbohydrates:46.58g
    16.94%
    Sugar:5.84g
    6.49%
    Cholesterol:9.38mg
    3.13%
    Sodium:257.23mg
    11.18%
    Protein:18.5g
    37.01%
    Selenium:43.46µg
    62.08%
    Phosphorus:358.22mg
    35.82%
    Manganese:0.55mg
    27.74%
    Calcium:258.36mg
    25.84%
    Vitamin B2:0.22mg
    13.2%
    Zinc:1.79mg
    11.95%
    Magnesium:46.49mg
    11.62%
    Vitamin B12:0.64µg
    10.59%
    Copper:0.18mg
    8.87%
    Potassium:290.22mg
    8.29%
    Vitamin B1:0.12mg
    7.91%
    Fiber:1.96g
    7.83%
    Vitamin B6:0.14mg
    7.25%
    Vitamin D:0.93µg
    6.21%
    Vitamin B5:0.61mg
    6.11%
    Vitamin B3:1.2mg
    5.99%
    Iron:1mg
    5.54%
    Folate:19.03µg
    4.76%
    Vitamin A:236.55IU
    4.73%
    Source:Food.com