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Nutrition Facts
Amino Acids
Protein, Fat and Carbohydrate %
Key Nutrients (% Daily Value)
Macronutrients and Vitamins in "Cooked Summer Squash"
| Food Name: Cooked Summer Squash | |
| Food Group: Vegetables | |
| Macronutrients | |
| Calories (kcal): 20 | Protein (g): 1 |
| Carbohydrates (g): 4 | Sugars (g): 3 |
| Fiber (g): 1 | Net Carbs (g): 3 |
| Water (g): 94 | |
| Fats | |
| Monounsaturated Fat (mg): 23 | Polyunsaturated Fat (mg): 131 |
| Omega-3 (mg): 82 | Omega-6 (mg): 49 |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A (IU): 212 | Vitamin A (RAE) (mcg): 11 |
| Vitamin C (mg): 6 | Vitamin K (mcg): 4 |
| Niacin/B3 (mg): 1 | Folate/B9 (mcg): 20 |
| Food Folate (mcg): 20 | Folate DFE (mcg): 20 |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium (mg): 27 | Magnesium (mg): 24 |
| Phosphorus (mg): 39 | Potassium (mg): 192 |
| Sodium (mg): 1 | |
| Amino Acids | |
| Tryptophan (mg): 8 | Threonine (mg): 22 |
| Isoleucine (mg): 33 | Leucine (mg): 53 |
| Lysine (mg): 50 | Methionine (mg): 13 |
| Cystine (mg): 10 | Phenylalanine (mg): 32 |
| Tyrosine (mg): 24 | Valine (mg): 41 |
| Arginine (mg): 38 | Histidine (mg): 20 |
| Alanine (mg): 48 | Aspartic Acid (mg): 111 |
| Glutamic Acid (mg): 97 | Glycine (mg): 34 |
| Proline (mg): 28 | Serine (mg): 37 |
| Other Compounds | |
| Choline (mg): 8 | Beta-Carotene (mcg): 127 |
| Lutein + Zeaxanthin (mcg): 2249 | PRAL Score: -3 |
Key Nutrition Facts about Cooked Summer Squash
FAQ's
What are the protein, carbohydrate, and fat contents in 100 grams of 'Cooked Summer Squash'?
100 grams of 'Cooked Summer Squash' contains approximately following amounts of protein, carbohydrates, and fat:
Protein – 1g (around 2% of daily requirement),
Carbohydrates – 4g (around 1% 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 Summer Squash'?
A 100-gram serving of 'Cooked Summer Squash' provides around 20 kcal of energy. The majority of the calories come from carbohydrates, based on its macronutrient composition. This contributes approximately 1% of an average 2000 kcal daily diet, making it a low-calorie food choice.
Is 'Cooked Summer Squash' mainly a source of protein, carbohydrates, or fat?
In 100g, 'Cooked Summer Squash' is mainly a source of carbohydrates. It contains 1g protein, 4g carbs, and 0g fat, making it suitable for diets focused on carbohydrates.
Does 'Cooked Summer Squash' contain calcium, potassium, iron, and other essential minerals?
'Cooked Summer Squash' contains low amounts of the following minerals per 100g:
Calcium (mg): 27 mg (2% DV),
Potassium (mg): 192 mg (4% DV),
Magnesium (mg): 24 mg (6% DV),
Phosphorus (mg): 39 mg (3% DV),
Sodium (mg): 1 mg (0% DV).
Which vitamins are present in Cooked Summer Squash in significant amounts?
'Cooked Summer Squash' contains small to moderate amounts of the following vitamins per 100g:
Vitamin A (RAE) (mcg): 11 mcg (1% DV),
Vitamin A (IU): 212 IU (7% DV),
Vitamin C (mg): 6 mg (7% DV),
Vitamin K (mcg): 4 mcg (3% DV),
Niacin/B3 (mg): 1 mg (6% DV),
Folate/B9 (mcg): 20 mcg (5% DV),
Food Folate (mcg): 20 mcg (5% DV),
Folate DFE (mcg): 20 mcg (5% DV).
Which nutrients in 'Cooked Summer Squash' may be harmful if consumed in excess?
'Cooked Summer Squash' does not contain significant amounts of commonly overconsumed nutrients per 100g.