Brown Butter Summer Squash Linguine Recipe
Brown Butter Summer Squash Linguine has a low-calorie, low-carb, average-fat and low-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin A and Vitamin C.
The food contains 12g 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 2.4 gms of protein, it is low 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 a high density of Sodium, it is unsuitable 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.
It belongs to Italian cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.
Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 62, for Brown Butter Summer Squash Linguine, and we advise that this food in moderation.
Calorie Breakdown
| Calories from Protein | 9% | |
| Calories from Fat | 43% | |
| Calories from Carbs | 47% |
Why this is good for you
- Very high in Vitamin A
- Very high in Vitamin C
- Low in Cholesterol
Why this is bad for you
- Very high in Sodium
Vitamin Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 2725 IU | 54.5% | ||
| Vitamin C | 25.1 mg | 41.8% | ||
| Vitamin D | 2.8 IU | 0.7% | ||
| Vitamin E | 0.78 mg | 2.6% | ||
| Thiamin | 0.11 mg | 7.3% | ||
| Riboflavin | 0.14 mg | 8% | ||
| Niacin | 1.2 mg | 6.1% | ||
| Vitamin B6 | 0.24 mg | 11.9% | ||
| Folate | 43.6 mcg | 10.9% | ||
| Vitamin B12 | 0.01 mcg | 0.1% | ||
| Pantothenic Acid | 0.31 mg | 3.1% |
Mineral Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 64 mg | 6.4% | ||
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8.4% | ||
| Magnesium | 62 mg | 15.5% | ||
| Phosphorus | 107 mg | 10.7% | ||
| Potassium | 660.8 mg | 18.9% | ||
| Sodium | 810.8 mg | 33.8% | ||
| Zinc | 0.56 mg | 3.7% | ||
| Copper | 0.27 mg | 13.5% | ||
| Manganese | 0.57 mg | 28.7% | ||
| Selenium | 0.63 mcg | 0.9% |
Carbohydrate Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrate | 12 g | 4% | ||
| Dietary Fiber | 4.3 g | 17.2% | ||
| Sugars | 3.9 g |
Protein Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Protein | 2.4 g | 4.8% |
Fat Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 4.9 g | 7.5% | ||
| Saturated Fat | 2.6 g | 13% | ||
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1.5 g | |||
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g |
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Nutrition Facts
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 88 Calories from Fat 0
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 4.9 g 7.5%
Saturated Fat 2.6 g 13%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 10.2 mg 3.4%
Sodium 810.8 mg 33.8%
Total Carbohydrates 12 g 4%
Dietary Fiber 4.3 g17.2%
Sugars 3.9 g
Protein 2.4 g 4.8%
Vitamin A 54.5% Vitamin C 41.8%
Calcium 6.4% Iron 8.4%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
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