Macaroni and cheese, box mix with cheese sauce, prepared
Per 100 g, Macaroni and cheese, box mix with cheese sauce, prepared provides 164 calories, 23.1 g carbohydrate, 6.7 g protein and 1.2 g fibre.
= 164 kcal
Calories by amount
Advanced search
Sort
Databases
164kcal 8% RI Reference IntakeEU/UK adult daily energy reference of 2,000 kcal used on packaged-food nutrition labels (Reg. 1169/2011). Switch to the US toggle for FDA Daily Values.
55%Nutrient scoreNutrient ScoreThe share of this food's 21 rated nutrients that score well for its calories, a good source of beneficial nutrients while staying low in saturated fat, sodium and added sugars.21 available of 33 total nutrients with a Daily Value21of33
Protein6.7g16% kcal
Carbs23.1g56% kcal
Fat5g27% kcal
Fiber 1.2g
Full nutrient breakdown
Reference
Proximates
- Protein ProteinBuilds and repairs tissue, drives enzymes and hormones. Made up of amino acids, nine of which the body can't make itself.UK adult RI: 50 g/day6.68g6.68g13%
- Fat FatAll fats combined: saturated, monounsaturated, polyunsaturated, and trans. Carries fat-soluble vitamins (A, D, E, K) and contributes 9 kcal per gram.UK adult RI: 70 g/day4.99g4.99g7%
- Carbohydrate CarbohydrateAll carbohydrate combined: sugars, starches, and fiber. Calculated by subtracting water + protein + fat + ash from the food's total mass, hence "by difference".UK adult RI: 260 g/day23.1g23.1g9%
- Fiber FiberPlant carbohydrate the body can't digest. Feeds gut bacteria, slows sugar absorption, and supports regular digestion. UK adults: target 30 g/day.UK adult RI: 30 g/day1.20g1.20g4%
Carbohydrates
- Sugars SugarsNaturally-occurring + added sugars combined (mono- and disaccharides).UK adult RI: 90 g/day1.57g1.57g2%
Fats and Fatty Acids
Sterols
Vitamins
- Vitamin B1 (thiamin) Vitamin B1 (thiamin)Water-soluble B-vitamin for carbohydrate metabolism and nerve function. Whole grains, pork, and legumes are good sources.UK adult RI: 1.1 mg/day0.15mg0.15mg14%
- Vitamin B2 (riboflavin) Vitamin B2 (riboflavin)Water-soluble B-vitamin for energy production, cell growth, and skin health. Dairy, eggs, and lean meat are densest.UK adult RI: 1.4 mg/day0.09mg0.09mg6%
- Vitamin B3 (niacin) Vitamin B3 (niacin)Water-soluble B-vitamin for energy metabolism. The body can also make some niacin from the amino acid tryptophan.UK adult RI: 16 mg/day1.15mg1.15mg7%
- Vitamin B5 (pantothenic acid) Vitamin B5 (pantothenic acid)Water-soluble B-vitamin involved in coenzyme A, essential for energy metabolism and the synthesis of hormones, cholesterol, and red blood cells.UK adult RI: 6 mg/day0.41mg0.41mg7%
- Vitamin B6 Vitamin B6Water-soluble B-vitamin for amino acid metabolism and neurotransmitter synthesis.UK adult RI: 1.4 mg/day0.03mg0.03mg2%
- Vitamin B12 Vitamin B12Water-soluble B-vitamin essential for red blood cell formation and the nervous system. Only found naturally in animal foods, vegans need fortified foods or supplements.UK adult RI: 2.5 µg/day0.27µg0.27µg11%
- Vitamin A Vitamin AFat-soluble vitamin for vision, immune function, and skin. Measured in retinol activity equivalents (RAE) so plant and animal sources are comparable.UK adult RI: 800 µg/day22.0µg22.0µg3%
- Vitamin E Vitamin EFat-soluble antioxidant that protects cell membranes from oxidative damage. Nuts, seeds, and vegetable oils are the densest sources.UK adult RI: 12 mg/day0.54mg0.54mg5%
Minerals
- Calcium CalciumMajor mineral for bone density, muscle contraction, and nerve signalling.UK adult RI: 800 mg/day85.0mg85.0mg11%
- Iron IronCarries oxygen in haemoglobin. Plant (non-heme) iron absorbs less efficiently than meat (heme) iron, pair with vitamin C to boost absorption.UK adult RI: 14 mg/day1.17mg1.17mg8%
- Magnesium MagnesiumCofactor in 300+ enzyme reactions, energy metabolism, muscle relaxation, blood pressure regulation.UK adult RI: 375 mg/day15.0mg15.0mg4%
- Phosphorus PhosphorusMajor mineral for bones, energy storage (ATP), and cell membranes. Widespread in protein-rich foods.UK adult RI: 700 mg/day234mg234mg33%
- Potassium PotassiumElectrolyte mineral that counters sodium's effect on blood pressure. Concentrated in fruit, vegetables, beans, and dairy.UK adult RI: 2,000 mg/day80.0mg80.0mg4%
- Sodium SodiumMineral mostly consumed as salt (sodium chloride). Excess raises blood pressure in salt-sensitive people.UK adult RI: 2,400 mg/day460mg460mg19%
- Zinc ZincTrace mineral for immune function, wound healing, and sense of taste. Best absorbed from animal foods; phytates in grains reduce uptake.UK adult RI: 10 mg/day0.65mg0.65mg7%
- Copper CopperTrace mineral involved in iron metabolism and connective tissue.UK adult RI: 1 mg/day0.07mg0.07mg7%
- Manganese ManganeseTrace mineral for bone formation and antioxidant enzymes.UK adult RI: 2 mg/day0.22mg0.22mg11%
Composition and calculated figures
What 100 g is made of, by weight
- Water63.6 g
- Carbohydrate21.9 g
- Fibre1.2 g
- Protein6.7 g
- Fat5 g
- Other1.6 g
Calculated from this food's data, per 100 g
- Net carbs
- 21.9 g
- Carbohydrate minus fibre.
- Omega-6 to omega-3
- 3.1 to 1
- 0.75 g of omega-6 and 0.24 g of omega-3.
- Potassium to sodium
- 0.2 to 1
- 80 mg of potassium and 460 mg of sodium, by weight.
- PRAL (acid load)
- 8.8 mEq
- Acid-forming. Potential renal acid load, from protein, phosphorus, potassium, magnesium and calcium (Remer and Manz).
Macaroni and cheese, box mix with cheese sauce, prepared: key facts
Good source of
- How many calories are in Macaroni and cheese, box mix with cheese sauce, prepared?
- Macaroni and cheese, box mix with cheese sauce, prepared has 164 calories per 100 g.
- How much protein is in Macaroni and cheese, box mix with cheese sauce, prepared?
- Macaroni and cheese, box mix with cheese sauce, prepared provides 6.7 g of protein per 100 g.
- How many carbs are in Macaroni and cheese, box mix with cheese sauce, prepared?
- Macaroni and cheese, box mix with cheese sauce, prepared contains 23.1 g of carbohydrate per 100 g, including 1.2 g of fibre.
- How much fat is in Macaroni and cheese, box mix with cheese sauce, prepared?
- Macaroni and cheese, box mix with cheese sauce, prepared has 5 g of fat per 100 g.
Values shown for the selected serving and per 100 g. % RI follows the UK / EU Reference Intakes (Reg. 1169/2011) for adults and children 4 + years. Reference only, not medical or dietary advice (Terms & Conditions §3).