spaghetti squash with broccoli and leek Recipe has a high-calorie, high-carb, high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Iron, Vitamin A and Vitamin C.
The food contains 55g 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 average sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 15 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
Moreover, the high fat content makes it unsuitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. A quick glance at the fat profile reveals that it is average 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.
It gives a good yield of Iron at 5.4 gms/ serving, and should be included in an Iron rich diet. Iron is essential to help carry oxygen from the lungs to the muscles and other organs, and is especially helpful for pregnant women. It has a high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a low-sodium diet.
Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.
Based on the composite nutritive standing spaghetti squash with broccoli and leek Recipe has been given a composite ranking of 86, and on a regular basis.
Calories from Protein | 14% | |
Calories from Fat | 35% | |
Calories from Carbs | 51% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 300 mg | 30% | ||
Iron | 5.4 mg | 30% | ||
Potassium | 1600 mg | 45.7% | ||
Sodium | 960 mg | 40% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 55 g | 18.3% | ||
Dietary Fiber | 12 g | 48% | ||
Sugars | 10 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 15 g | 30% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 17 g | 26.2% | ||
Saturated Fat | 2 g | 10% | ||
Total Trans Fatty Acids | 0 g |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 380 Calories from Fat 150
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 17 g 26.2%
Saturated Fat 2 g 10%
Trans Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 0 mg
Sodium 960 mg 40%
Total Carbohydrates 55 g 18.3%
Dietary Fiber 12 g48%
Sugars 10 g
Protein 15 g 30%
Vitamin A 50% Vitamin C 570%
Calcium 30% Iron 30%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 230
Protein 5 g | Carbs 23 g | Fat 16 g
Per Serving | Calories 150
Protein 3 g | Carbs 23 g | Fat 8 g
Per Serving | Calories 250
Protein 8 g | Carbs 27 g | Fat 15 g
Per Serving | Calories 300
Protein 10 g | Carbs 35 g | Fat 14 g
Per Serving | Calories 60
Protein 2 g | Carbs 14 g | Fat 0.5 g
Per Serving | Calories 230
Protein 3 g | Carbs 6 g | Fat 19 g
Per Serving | Calories 180
Protein 33 g | Carbs 5 g | Fat 2.5 g
Per Serving | Calories 970
Protein 48 g | Carbs 35 g | Fat 73 g