Spaghetti Squash with turkey meatballs has a high-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Vitamin A and Vitamin C.
The food contains 44.9g 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. Its high sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 24.8 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 average fat content makes it suitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. 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 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.
Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.
Based on the composite nutritive standing Spaghetti Squash with turkey meatballs has been given a composite ranking of 70, and in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 25% | |
Calories from Fat | 29% | |
Calories from Carbs | 45% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 1190 IU | 23.8% | ||
Vitamin C | 13.6 mg | 22.7% | ||
Vitamin D | 0 IU | |||
Vitamin E | 0.34 mg | 1.1% | ||
Thiamin | 0.17 mg | 11.3% | ||
Riboflavin | 0 mg | |||
Niacin | 2.7 mg | 13.6% | ||
Vitamin B6 | 0.34 mg | 17% | ||
Folate | 27.2 mcg | 6.8% | ||
Vitamin B12 | 0 mcg | |||
Pantothenic Acid | 1.2 mg | 11.9% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 270 mg | 27% | ||
Iron | 2.6 mg | 14.2% | ||
Magnesium | 37.6 mg | 9.4% | ||
Phosphorus | 48 mg | 4.8% | ||
Potassium | 398 mg | 11.4% | ||
Sodium | 1 mg | 0% | ||
Zinc | 0.68 mg | 4.5% | ||
Copper | 0.17 mg | 8.5% | ||
Manganese | 0.34 mg | 17% | ||
Selenium | 1.1 mcg | 1.5% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 44.9 g | 15% | ||
Dietary Fiber | 8.8 g | 35.2% | ||
Sugars | 17.9 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 24.8 g | 49.6% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 12.9 g | 19.8% | ||
Saturated Fat | 2.6 g | 13% | ||
Monounsaturated Fat | 0 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 372 Calories from Fat 0
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 12.9 g 19.8%
Saturated Fat 2.6 g 13%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 51 mg 17%
Sodium 1 mg 0%
Total Carbohydrates 44.9 g 15%
Dietary Fiber 8.8 g35.2%
Sugars 17.9 g
Protein 24.8 g 49.6%
Vitamin A 23.8% Vitamin C 22.7%
Calcium 27% Iron 14.2%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 233
Protein 30.1 g | Carbs 21.4 g | Fat 3.9 g
Per Serving | Calories 339
Protein 30.2 g | Carbs 20.5 g | Fat 16 g
Per Serving | Calories 267
Protein 17.2 g | Carbs 18 g | Fat 13.6 g
Per Serving | Calories 263
Protein 17.6 g | Carbs 21.4 g | Fat 12.6 g
Per Serving | Calories 356
Protein 11.8 g | Carbs 25.3 g | Fat 23.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 397
Protein 20.5 g | Carbs 15.7 g | Fat 30.4 g
Per Serving | Calories 329
Protein 14.1 g | Carbs 24.4 g | Fat 20.2 g
Per Serving | Calories 365
Protein 32.4 g | Carbs 5.2 g | Fat 24.1 g