Spaghetti Squash a la Mexicana has a low-calorie, low-carb, low-fat and high-protein content.
The food contains 7g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low 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 11.2 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
Because of its low 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 has a low density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet.
Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.
Based on the composite nutritive standing Spaghetti Squash a la Mexicana has been given a composite ranking of 70, and in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 55% | |
Calories from Fat | 10% | |
Calories from Carbs | 35% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 1000 IU | 20% | ||
Vitamin C | 3.5 mg | 5.8% | ||
Vitamin D | 0 IU | |||
Vitamin E | 0.12 mg | 0.4% | ||
Thiamin | 0.04 mg | 2.4% | ||
Riboflavin | 0.02 mg | 1.2% | ||
Niacin | 0.76 mg | 3.8% | ||
Vitamin B6 | 0.09 mg | 4.6% | ||
Folate | 7.6 mcg | 1.9% | ||
Vitamin B12 | 0 mcg | |||
Pantothenic Acid | 0.33 mg | 3.3% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 20 mg | 2% | ||
Iron | 0.83 mg | 4.6% | ||
Magnesium | 10.4 mg | 2.6% | ||
Phosphorus | 13 mg | 1.3% | ||
Potassium | 108.8 mg | 3.1% | ||
Sodium | 50.7 mg | 2.1% | ||
Zinc | 0.18 mg | 1.2% | ||
Copper | 0.03 mg | 1.6% | ||
Manganese | 0.1 mg | 5.1% | ||
Selenium | 0.28 mcg | 0.4% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 7 g | 2.3% | ||
Dietary Fiber | 1.9 g | 7.6% | ||
Sugars | 2.6 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 11.2 g | 22.4% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 0.9 g | 1.4% | ||
Saturated Fat | 0.3 g | 1.5% | ||
Monounsaturated Fat | 0 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 89 Calories from Fat 0
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.9 g 1.4%
Saturated Fat 0.3 g 1.5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 18 mg 6%
Sodium 50.7 mg 2.1%
Total Carbohydrates 7 g 2.3%
Dietary Fiber 1.9 g7.6%
Sugars 2.6 g
Protein 11.2 g 22.4%
Vitamin A 20% Vitamin C 5.8%
Calcium 2% Iron 4.6%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 160
Protein 5.4 g | Carbs 28.3 g | Fat 4.5 g
Per Serving | Calories 87
Protein 1.5 g | Carbs 9.6 g | Fat 5.4 g
Per Serving | Calories 308
Protein 16.8 g | Carbs 28.3 g | Fat 14.9 g
Per Serving | Calories 307
Protein 27 g | Carbs 31.3 g | Fat 8.7 g
Per Serving | Calories 126
Protein 14.7 g | Carbs 3.8 g | Fat 5.8 g
Per Serving | Calories 459
Protein 28.6 g | Carbs 54 g | Fat 15.8 g
Per Serving | Calories 303
Protein 21.1 g | Carbs 37.1 g | Fat 8.7 g
Per Serving | Calories 232
Protein 26.9 g | Carbs 2.9 g | Fat 12 g