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Spaghetti Squash - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Spaghetti Squash Recipe

Spaghetti Squash Recipe has a average-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin A and Vitamin C.

The food contains 27g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average in complex carbs and average 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 8 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 high fat content of this product makes it unsuitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. A quick glance at the fat profile reveals that it is high in saturated fats and low in trans 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.

Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Spaghetti Squash Recipe has been given a composite ranking of 64, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein12%
 Calories from Fat49%
 Calories from Carbs39%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Vitamin A
  • Very high in Vitamin C

Why this is bad for you

  • High in Saturated Fat

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A1750 IU35%
Vitamin C48 mg80%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium200 mg20%
Iron0.72 mg4%
Potassium560 mg16%
Sodium360 mg15%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate27 g9%
Dietary Fiber2 g8%
Sugars7 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein8 g16%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat15 g23.1%
Saturated Fat5 g25%
Total Trans Fatty Acids0 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 250 Calories from Fat 130

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 15 g 23.1%

Saturated Fat 5 g 25%

Trans Fat 0 g

Cholesterol 25 mg 8.3%

Sodium 360 mg 15%

Total Carbohydrates 27 g 9%

Dietary Fiber 2 g8%

Sugars 7 g

Protein 8 g 16%

Vitamin A 35% Vitamin C 80%

Calcium 20% Iron 4%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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