Complete Nutritional Information of 'Summer Squash'

Nutrition Facts

Nutrition Facts: Per 100 Grams
Calories 16
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
Total Fat
0g
0%
Saturated Fat
0g
0%
Trans Fat
0g
Cholesterol
0mg
0%
Sodium
2mg
0%
Total Carbohydrate
3g
1%
Dietary Fiber
1g
4%
Total Sugars
2g
Includes Added Sugars
0g
0%
Protein
1g
Vitamin D
0mcg
0%
Calcium
15mg
1%
Iron
0mg
0%
Potassium
262mg
6%
Magnesium
0mg
0%

Amino Acids

Tryptophan11mg
Threonine28mg
Isoleucine42mg
Leucine69mg
Lysine65mg
Methionine17mg

Protein, Fat and Carbohydrate %

Key Nutrients (% Daily Value)

Macronutrients and Vitamins in "Summer Squash"

Food Name: Summer Squash
Food Group: Vegetables
Macronutrients
Calories (kcal): 16Protein (g): 1
Carbohydrates (g): 3Sugars (g): 2
Fiber (g): 1Net Carbs (g): 2
Water (g): 95
Fats
Monounsaturated Fat (mg): 16Polyunsaturated Fat (mg): 89
Omega-3 (mg): 56Omega-6 (mg): 33
Vitamins
Vitamin A (IU): 200Vitamin A (RAE) (mcg): 10
Vitamin C (mg): 17Vitamin K (mcg): 3
Folate/B9 (mcg): 29Food Folate (mcg): 29
Folate DFE (mcg): 29
Minerals
Calcium (mg): 15Magnesium (mg): 17
Phosphorus (mg): 38Potassium (mg): 262
Sodium (mg): 2
Amino Acids
Tryptophan (mg): 11Threonine (mg): 28
Isoleucine (mg): 42Leucine (mg): 69
Lysine (mg): 65Methionine (mg): 17
Cystine (mg): 12Phenylalanine (mg): 41
Tyrosine (mg): 31Valine (mg): 53
Arginine (mg): 50Histidine (mg): 25
Alanine (mg): 62Aspartic Acid (mg): 144
Glutamic Acid (mg): 126Glycine (mg): 44
Proline (mg): 37Serine (mg): 48
Other Compounds
Choline (mg): 7Beta-Carotene (mcg): 120
Lutein + Zeaxanthin (mcg): 2125PRAL Score: -4
Sugars and Carbohydrates
Glucose (g): 1Fructose (g): 1

Key Nutrition Facts about Summer Squash

FAQ's

What are the protein, carbohydrate, and fat contents in 100 grams of 'Summer Squash'?

100 grams of 'Summer Squash' 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 'Summer Squash'?

A 100-gram serving of 'Summer Squash' provides around 16 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 'Summer Squash' mainly a source of protein, carbohydrates, or fat?

In 100g, 'Summer Squash' is mainly a source of carbohydrates. It contains 1g protein, 3g carbs, and 0g fat, making it suitable for diets focused on carbohydrates.

Does 'Summer Squash' contain calcium, potassium, iron, and other essential minerals?

'Summer Squash' contains low amounts of the following minerals per 100g:
Calcium (mg): 15 mg (1% DV),
Potassium (mg): 262 mg (6% DV),
Magnesium (mg): 17 mg (4% DV),
Phosphorus (mg): 38 mg (3% DV),
Sodium (mg): 2 mg (0% DV).

Which vitamins are present in Summer Squash in significant amounts?

It provides an average amount of:
Vitamin C (mg): 17 mg (19% DV).

'Summer Squash' contains small to moderate amounts of the following vitamins per 100g:
Vitamin A (RAE) (mcg): 10 mcg (1% DV),
Vitamin A (IU): 200 IU (7% DV),
Vitamin K (mcg): 3 mcg (3% DV),
Folate/B9 (mcg): 29 mcg (7% DV),
Food Folate (mcg): 29 mcg (7% DV),
Folate DFE (mcg): 29 mcg (7% DV).

Which nutrients in 'Summer Squash' may be harmful if consumed in excess?

'Summer Squash' does not contain significant amounts of commonly overconsumed nutrients per 100g.