Mexican Yellow Squash With Cubed Pork Steaks has a average-calorie, low-carb, average-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin C.
The food contains 11.7g 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. With 9.2 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
Not only that, the average fat content of this product makes it suitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. It's average MUFA and low 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.
While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has a low 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. It is also an average source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.
It belongs to Mexican 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 90, for Mexican Yellow Squash With Cubed Pork Steaks, and we advise that this food on a regular basis.
Calories from Protein | 25% | |
Calories from Fat | 44% | |
Calories from Carbs | 32% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 124.6 IU | 2.5% | Mid 40% | Average |
Retinol | 0.9 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 22.8 mg | 38% | Top 10% | Very High |
Vitamin D | 0 IU | |||
Thiamin | 0 mg | |||
Riboflavin | 0 mg | |||
Niacin | 1.8 mg | 8.8% | Mid 40% | Average |
Vitamin B6 | 0 mg | |||
Folate | 29.8 mcg | 7.5% | Mid 40% | Average |
Folic Acid | 0 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 0 mcg | |||
Pantothenic Acid | 0.88 mg | 8.8% | Top 10% | Very High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 14.9 mg | 1.5% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Iron | 0.88 mg | 4.9% | Mid 40% | Average |
Magnesium | 29.8 mg | 7.5% | Top 30% | High |
Phosphorus | 116.7 mg | 11.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
Potassium | 336.8 mg | 9.6% | Top 10% | Very High |
Sodium | 24.6 mg | 1% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Zinc | 0.88 mg | 5.8% | Mid 40% | Average |
Copper | 0 mg | |||
Manganese | 0 mg | |||
Selenium | 10.5 mcg | 15% | Mid 40% | Average |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 10.3 g | 3.4% | Mid 40% | Average |
Dietary Fiber | 1.8 g | 7% | Top 30% | High |
Starch | 0 g | |||
Sugars | 2.7 g | |||
Sucrose | 0 mg | |||
Glucose | 0.9 mg | |||
Fructose | 0.9 mg | |||
Lactose | 0 mg | |||
Maltose | 0 mg | |||
Galactose | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Protein | 8.1 g | 16.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
Tryptophan | 0 mg | |||
Threonine | 0 mg | |||
Isoleucine | 0 mg | |||
Leucine | 0 mg | |||
Lysine | 0.9 mg | |||
Methionine | 0 mg | |||
Cystine | 0 mg | |||
Phenylalanine | 0 mg | |||
Tyrosine | 0 mg | |||
Valine | 0 mg | |||
Arginine | 0.9 mg | |||
Histidine | 0 mg | |||
Alanine | 0.9 mg | |||
Aspartic Acid | 0.9 mg | |||
Glutamic Acid | 1.8 mg | |||
Glycine | 0 mg | |||
Proline | 0 mg | |||
Serine | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 6.3 g | 9.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
Saturated Fat | 1.2 g | 6.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
Monounsaturated Fat | 3.5 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.9 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Alcohol | 0 g | |||
Water | 107 g | |||
Ash | 0.9 g | |||
Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
Theobromine | 0 mg |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 143 Calories from Fat 65
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 7.2 g 11.1%
Saturated Fat 1.4 g 7%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 22.1 mg 7.4%
Sodium 28 mg 1.2%
Total Carbohydrates 11.7 g 3.9%
Dietary Fiber 2 g8%
Sugars 3.1 g
Protein 9.2 g 18.4%
Vitamin A 2.8% Vitamin C 43.3%
Calcium 1.7% Iron 5.6%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 63
Protein 1.9 g | Carbs 8.6 g | Fat 2.9 g
Per Serving | Calories 125
Protein 4.5 g | Carbs 13.9 g | Fat 6.7 g
Per Serving | Calories 54
Protein 2.3 g | Carbs 6 g | Fat 2.6 g
Per Serving | Calories 85
Protein 2.1 g | Carbs 12.3 g | Fat 3.3 g
Per Serving | Calories 117
Protein 9.8 g | Carbs 0.85 g | Fat 7.4 g
Per Serving | Calories 6
Protein 0.39 g | Carbs 0.82 g | Fat 0.12 g
Per Serving | Calories 156
Protein 6.8 g | Carbs 3.1 g | Fat 12.9 g