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Feijoada (Simplified Black Bean and Pork Stew): Original vs Lighter

Compare the original Feijoada (Simplified Black Bean and Pork Stew) (29 health score, 601 kcal) with our lighter version (40 health score). See exactly what changed.

Brazil Cuisine

Feijoada (Simplified Black Bean and Pork Stew)

Original: 29 → Lighter: 40 +11 points

🔴 Original Version

Health Score29

Calories601 kcal

Protein38.2g

🟢 Lighter Version

Health Score40

Calories481 kcal

Protein35.4g

🔄 What Changed — Ingredient Swaps

Ingredient	Original	Lighter	kcal Impact
❌ Pork shoulder	600g	0g	-1416 kcal
➕ Pork loin	0g	450g	+891 kcal
▼ Bacon	120g	60g	-236 kcal
▲ Cooked black beans	900g	1000g	+132 kcal
▲ Onion, chopped	200g	240g	+16 kcal
➕ Paprika	0g	3g	+8 kcal
▲ Tap water	700g	800g	+0 kcal
▼ Salt	8g	6g	+0 kcal
Net Change			-604 kcal

📊 Macro Comparison

■ Original ■ Lighter

Calories

601 kcal

481 kcal

Protein

38g

35g

Fat

30g

16g

Sat Fat

10g

Carbs

45g

50g

Fiber

16g

17g

Sodium

839mg

571mg

Potassium

1061mg

1076mg

🎯 Clinical Badges (Lighter Version)

💪 High Protein 🌾 High Fiber 🔥 Under 500 kcal NEW ✓ 🫒 Mediterranean Aligned ❤️ Heart Healthy 💉 Diabetic Friendly 🧂 Low Sodium 🍌 Potassium Rich

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