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Nutrition Facts
Amino Acids
Protein, Fat and Carbohydrate %
Key Nutrients (% Daily Value)
Macronutrients and Vitamins in "Cooked Acorn Squash"
| Food Name: Cooked Acorn Squash | |
| Food Group: Vegetables | |
| Macronutrients | |
| Calories (kcal): 34 | Protein (g): 1 |
| Carbohydrates (g): 9 | Fiber (g): 3 |
| Net Carbs (g): 6 | Water (g): 90 |
| Fats | |
| Monounsaturated Fat (mg): 6 | Polyunsaturated Fat (mg): 35 |
| Omega-3 (mg): 22 | Omega-6 (mg): 13 |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A (IU): 817 | Vitamin A (RAE) (mcg): 41 |
| Vitamin C (mg): 7 | Niacin/B3 (mg): 1 |
| Folate/B9 (mcg): 11 | Food Folate (mcg): 11 |
| Folate DFE (mcg): 11 | |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium (mg): 26 | Iron (mg): 1 |
| Magnesium (mg): 26 | Phosphorus (mg): 27 |
| Potassium (mg): 263 | Sodium (mg): 3 |
| Amino Acids | |
| Tryptophan (mg): 10 | Threonine (mg): 20 |
| Isoleucine (mg): 26 | Leucine (mg): 38 |
| Lysine (mg): 25 | Methionine (mg): 8 |
| Cystine (mg): 6 | Phenylalanine (mg): 26 |
| Tyrosine (mg): 23 | Valine (mg): 29 |
| Arginine (mg): 37 | Histidine (mg): 13 |
| Alanine (mg): 28 | Aspartic Acid (mg): 72 |
| Glutamic Acid (mg): 118 | Glycine (mg): 25 |
| Proline (mg): 24 | Serine (mg): 26 |
| Other Compounds | |
| Beta-Carotene (mcg): 490 | Lutein + Zeaxanthin (mcg): 66 |
| PRAL Score: -5 | |
Key Nutrition Facts about Cooked Acorn Squash
FAQ's
What are the protein, carbohydrate, and fat contents in 100 grams of 'Cooked Acorn Squash'?
100 grams of 'Cooked Acorn Squash' contains approximately following amounts of protein, carbohydrates, and fat:
Protein – 1g (around 2% of daily requirement),
Carbohydrates – 9g (around 3% of daily requirement),
Fat – 0g (around 0% of daily requirement).
It is typically higher in Carbohydrates while lower in Fat, making it more suitable for diets that are high-carb and also suitable for those requiring low Fat intake.
How many calories are in 100 grams of 'Cooked Acorn Squash'?
A 100-gram serving of 'Cooked Acorn Squash' provides around 34 kcal of energy. The majority of the calories come from carbohydrates, based on its macronutrient composition. This contributes approximately 2% of an average 2000 kcal daily diet, making it a low-calorie food choice.
Is 'Cooked Acorn Squash' mainly a source of protein, carbohydrates, or fat?
In 100g, 'Cooked Acorn Squash' is mainly a source of carbohydrates. It contains 1g protein, 9g carbs, and 0g fat, making it suitable for diets focused on carbohydrates.
Does 'Cooked Acorn Squash' contain calcium, potassium, iron, and other essential minerals?
'Cooked Acorn Squash' contains low amounts of the following minerals per 100g:
Calcium (mg): 26 mg (2% DV),
Iron (mg): 1 mg (6% DV),
Potassium (mg): 263 mg (6% DV),
Magnesium (mg): 26 mg (6% DV),
Phosphorus (mg): 27 mg (2% DV),
Sodium (mg): 3 mg (0% DV).
Which vitamins are present in Cooked Acorn Squash in significant amounts?
'Cooked Acorn Squash' is a good source of the following vitamins per 100g:
Vitamin A (IU): 817 IU (27% DV).
'Cooked Acorn Squash' contains small to moderate amounts of the following vitamins per 100g:
Vitamin A (RAE) (mcg): 41 mcg (5% DV),
Vitamin C (mg): 7 mg (8% DV),
Niacin/B3 (mg): 1 mg (6% DV),
Folate/B9 (mcg): 11 mcg (3% DV),
Food Folate (mcg): 11 mcg (3% DV),
Folate DFE (mcg): 11 mcg (3% DV).
Which nutrients in 'Cooked Acorn Squash' may be harmful if consumed in excess?
'Cooked Acorn Squash' does not contain significant amounts of commonly overconsumed nutrients per 100g.