Beffy Mexican Spaghetti Squash has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin A and Vitamin C.
The food contains 22.1g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average in complex carbs and low in Simple carbs. Carbs are our primary source of energy but its source should be chosen with utmost care. Complex carbs are a more desirable addition to your diet, where as simple carbs should be consumed in moderation as it is very easily broken down, assimilated and absorbed in the body. Its sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 27.5 gms of protein, it is very high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
Moreover, the average fat content makes it suitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. It's low MUFA and low PUFA. In terms of Polyunsaturated Fat content it is ranked in the bottom 20% of all food items. It is also ranked in the bottom 20 percentile in terms of its Monounsaturated Fat content, which are considered among "good fats".
It is also rich in Vitamin C, whose benefits include, but are not limited to protection against immune system deficiencies, cardiovascular disease, prenatal health problems, eye disease, and even skin wrinkling.
It has a high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a low-sodium diet. It is also average in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat.
It belongs to Mexican cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.
Based on the composite nutritive standing Beffy Mexican Spaghetti Squash has been given a composite ranking of 44, and in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 39% | |
Calories from Fat | 29% | |
Calories from Carbs | 32% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 1340 IU | 26.8% | ||
Vitamin C | 32.4 mg | 54% | ||
Vitamin D | 0 IU | |||
Vitamin E | 1.3 mg | 4.5% | ||
Thiamin | 0.14 mg | 9.1% | ||
Riboflavin | 0.1 mg | 5.7% | ||
Niacin | 2.9 mg | 14.3% | ||
Vitamin B6 | 0.39 mg | 19.3% | ||
Folate | 43.6 mcg | 10.9% | ||
Vitamin B12 | 0 mcg | |||
Pantothenic Acid | 0.83 mg | 8.3% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 91 mg | 9.1% | ||
Iron | 2.4 mg | 13.4% | ||
Magnesium | 42.4 mg | 10.6% | ||
Phosphorus | 72 mg | 7.2% | ||
Potassium | 595.1 mg | 17% | ||
Sodium | 940.9 mg | 39.2% | ||
Zinc | 0.8 mg | 5.3% | ||
Copper | 0.68 mg | 33.8% | ||
Manganese | 0.36 mg | 18.1% | ||
Selenium | 1.3 mcg | 1.8% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 22.1 g | 7.4% | ||
Dietary Fiber | 5.3 g | 21.2% | ||
Sugars | 3.9 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 27.5 g | 55% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 8.9 g | 13.7% | ||
Saturated Fat | 3.2 g | 16% | ||
Monounsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 266 Calories from Fat 0
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 8.9 g 13.7%
Saturated Fat 3.2 g 16%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 65 mg 21.7%
Sodium 940.9 mg 39.2%
Total Carbohydrates 22.1 g 7.4%
Dietary Fiber 5.3 g21.2%
Sugars 3.9 g
Protein 27.5 g 55%
Vitamin A 26.8% Vitamin C 54%
Calcium 9.1% Iron 13.4%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 192
Protein 15.2 g | Carbs 24.9 g | Fat 4.5 g
Per Serving | Calories 171
Protein 8.4 g | Carbs 33.6 g | Fat 0.9 g
Per Serving | Calories 287
Protein 10 g | Carbs 41.9 g | Fat 8.6 g
Per Serving | Calories 282
Protein 17.5 g | Carbs 45.9 g | Fat 2.7 g
Per Serving | Calories 263
Protein 28.8 g | Carbs 12.1 g | Fat 10.3 g
Per Serving | Calories 479
Protein 25.2 g | Carbs 49.4 g | Fat 20.5 g
Per Serving | Calories 391
Protein 27.3 g | Carbs 42.1 g | Fat 12.4 g
Per Serving | Calories 497
Protein 31.8 g | Carbs 26.1 g | Fat 23.5 g