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Nutrition Facts
Amino Acids
Protein, Fat and Carbohydrate %
Key Nutrients (% Daily Value)
Macronutrients and Vitamins in "Cooked Zucchini"
| Food Name: Cooked Zucchini | |
| Food Group: Vegetables | |
| Macronutrients | |
| Calories (kcal): 15 | Protein (g): 1 |
| Carbohydrates (g): 3 | Sugars (g): 2 |
| Fiber (g): 1 | Net Carbs (g): 2 |
| Water (g): 95 | |
| Fats | |
| Monounsaturated Fat (mg): 29 | Polyunsaturated Fat (mg): 151 |
| Omega-3 (mg): 94 | Omega-6 (mg): 58 |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A (IU): 1117 | Vitamin A (RAE) (mcg): 56 |
| Vitamin C (mg): 13 | Vitamin K (mcg): 4 |
| Niacin/B3 (mg): 1 | Folate/B9 (mcg): 28 |
| Food Folate (mcg): 28 | Folate DFE (mcg): 28 |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium (mg): 18 | Magnesium (mg): 19 |
| Phosphorus (mg): 37 | Potassium (mg): 264 |
| Sodium (mg): 3 | |
| Amino Acids | |
| Tryptophan (mg): 6 | Threonine (mg): 15 |
| Isoleucine (mg): 23 | Leucine (mg): 37 |
| Lysine (mg): 35 | Methionine (mg): 9 |
| Cystine (mg): 7 | Phenylalanine (mg): 22 |
| Tyrosine (mg): 17 | Valine (mg): 29 |
| Arginine (mg): 27 | Histidine (mg): 14 |
| Alanine (mg): 33 | Aspartic Acid (mg): 78 |
| Glutamic Acid (mg): 68 | Glycine (mg): 24 |
| Proline (mg): 20 | Serine (mg): 26 |
| Other Compounds | |
| Choline (mg): 9 | Beta-Carotene (mcg): 670 |
| Lutein + Zeaxanthin (mcg): 1150 | PRAL Score: -4 |
Key Nutrition Facts about Cooked Zucchini
FAQ's
What are the protein, carbohydrate, and fat contents in 100 grams of 'Cooked Zucchini'?
100 grams of 'Cooked Zucchini' contains approximately following amounts of protein, carbohydrates, and fat:
Protein – 1g (around 2% of daily requirement),
Carbohydrates – 3g (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 Zucchini'?
A 100-gram serving of 'Cooked Zucchini' provides around 15 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 Zucchini' mainly a source of protein, carbohydrates, or fat?
In 100g, 'Cooked Zucchini' is mainly a source of carbohydrates. It contains 1g protein, 3g carbs, and 0g fat, making it suitable for diets focused on carbohydrates.
Does 'Cooked Zucchini' contain calcium, potassium, iron, and other essential minerals?
'Cooked Zucchini' contains low amounts of the following minerals per 100g:
Calcium (mg): 18 mg (1% DV),
Potassium (mg): 264 mg (6% DV),
Magnesium (mg): 19 mg (5% DV),
Phosphorus (mg): 37 mg (3% DV),
Sodium (mg): 3 mg (0% DV).
Which vitamins are present in Cooked Zucchini in significant amounts?
'Cooked Zucchini' is a good source of the following vitamins per 100g:
Vitamin A (IU): 1117 IU (37% DV).
'Cooked Zucchini' contains small to moderate amounts of the following vitamins per 100g:
Vitamin A (RAE) (mcg): 56 mcg (6% DV),
Vitamin C (mg): 13 mg (14% DV),
Vitamin K (mcg): 4 mcg (3% DV),
Niacin/B3 (mg): 1 mg (6% DV),
Folate/B9 (mcg): 28 mcg (7% DV),
Food Folate (mcg): 28 mcg (7% DV),
Folate DFE (mcg): 28 mcg (7% DV).
Which nutrients in 'Cooked Zucchini' may be harmful if consumed in excess?
'Cooked Zucchini' does not contain significant amounts of commonly overconsumed nutrients per 100g.