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Zucchini Balls - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Zucchini Balls Recipe

Zucchini Balls has a high-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin B6, Vitamin C, Riboflavin, Niacin and Folate.

The food contains 40.7g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average in complex carbs and high 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. With 14.1 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Not only that, the high fat content of this product makes it unsuitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. It's average MUFA and average PUFA.

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. 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. It is also a high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Zucchini Balls has been given a composite ranking of 72, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein15%
 Calories from Fat43%
 Calories from Carbs42%

Why this is good for you

  • High in Protein
  • Very high in Vitamin B6
  • Very high in Niacin
  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • Very high in Riboflavin
  • High in Folate

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Cholesterol
  • Very high in Sodium

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A0.28 IU0.01%Bottom 30%Low
Retinol13.5 mcg
Vitamin C7.3 mg12.2%Top 30%High
Vitamin D5.9 IU1.5%Mid 40%Average
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0.28 mg16.5%Top 10%Very High
Niacin2 mg9.8%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin B60.28 mg14%Top 30%High
Folate25.8 mcg6.5%Mid 40%Average
Folic Acid6.2 mcg
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.28 mg2.8%Mid 40%Average

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium44.9 mg4.5%Mid 40%Average
Iron0.84 mg4.7%Mid 40%Average
Magnesium19.4 mg4.8%Mid 40%Average
Phosphorus62.6 mg6.3%Mid 40%Average
Potassium245.2 mg7%Top 30%High
Sodium261.6 mg10.9%Mid 40%Average
Zinc0.56 mg3.7%Mid 40%Average
Copper0 mg
Manganese0.28 mg14%Top 30%High
Selenium5.9 mcg8.4%Mid 40%Average

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate11.4 g3.8%Mid 40%Average
Dietary Fiber0.96 g3.8%Mid 40%Average
Sugars4.6 g
Glucose0.6 mg
Fructose0.8 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0.3 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein4 g7.9%Mid 40%Average
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0 mg
Isoleucine0.3 mg
Leucine0.3 mg
Lysine0.3 mg
Methionine0 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0.3 mg
Tyrosine0 mg
Valine0.3 mg
Arginine0.3 mg
Histidine0 mg
Alanine0.3 mg
Aspartic Acid0.3 mg
Glutamic Acid0.6 mg
Glycine0 mg
Proline0.3 mg
Serine0.3 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat5.1 g7.9%Mid 40%Average
Saturated Fat1 g5.1%Mid 40%Average
Monounsaturated Fat2.8 g
Polyunsaturated Fat1.1 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash1.4 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 381 Calories from Fat 165

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 18.3 g 28.2%

Saturated Fat 3.6 g 18%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 109 mg 36.3%

Sodium 931.4 mg 38.8%

Total Carbohydrates 40.7 g 13.6%

Dietary Fiber 3.4 g13.6%

Sugars 16.3 g

Protein 14.1 g 28.2%

Vitamin A 0% Vitamin C 43.3%

Calcium 16% Iron 16.7%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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