Sherried Butternut Squash with Spiced Pumpkin Seeds Recipe

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Sherried Butternut Squash with Spiced Pumpkin Seeds has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin A and Vitamin C.

The food contains 19.4g 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 2.9 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Because of its average fat content, it could be suitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. 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.

While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has an average density of Sodium, it is suitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet. Besides other nutrients, it is average in Magnesium, which is an essential micronutrient needed to keep muscle and nerve functioning normal and heart beat rhythmic. It also helps to support a healthy immune system, and keeps bones strong.

Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 92, for Sherried Butternut Squash with Spiced Pumpkin Seeds, and we advise that this food on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

	Calories from Protein	9%
	Calories from Fat	31%
	Calories from Carbs	60%

Why this is good for you

Very high in Vitamin A
Very high in Vitamin C
No Cholesterol
Low in Saturated Fat

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

Name	Amount	%DV
Vitamin A	9450 IU	189%
Vitamin C	21.3 mg	35.5%
Vitamin D	0 IU
Vitamin E	0.44 mg	1.5%
Thiamin	0.11 mg	7.1%
Riboflavin	0.04 mg	2.4%
Niacin	1.4 mg	7%
Vitamin B6	0.22 mg	10.9%
Folate	28.8 mcg	7.2%
Vitamin B12	0 mcg
Pantothenic Acid	0.5 mg	5%

Mineral Analysis

Name	Amount	%DV
Calcium	64 mg	6.4%
Iron	1.2 mg	6.9%
Magnesium	52 mg	13%
Phosphorus	47 mg	4.7%
Potassium	541.5 mg	15.5%
Sodium	331.9 mg	13.8%
Zinc	0.66 mg	4.4%
Copper	0.13 mg	6.5%
Manganese	0.32 mg	15.8%
Selenium	0.91 mcg	1.3%

Carbohydrate Analysis

Name	Amount	%DV
Total Carbohydrate	19.4 g	6.5%
Dietary Fiber	4.4 g	17.6%
Sugars	1.5 g

Protein Analysis

Name	Amount	%DV	Rank	Interpretation
Protein	2.9 g	5.8%

Fat Analysis

Name	Amount	%DV
Total Fat	4.5 g	6.9%
Saturated Fat	0.6 g	3%
Monounsaturated Fat	2.8 g
Polyunsaturated Fat	0.8 g


How many calories are there in Sherried Butternut Squash with Spiced Pumpkin Seeds?

Nutrition Facts

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 120 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 4.5 g 6.9%

Saturated Fat 0.6 g 3%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 331.9 mg 13.8%

Total Carbohydrates 19.4 g 6.5%

Dietary Fiber 4.4 g17.6%

Sugars 1.5 g

Protein 2.9 g 5.8%

Vitamin A 189% Vitamin C 35.5%

Calcium 6.4% Iron 6.9%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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