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Spicy Spaghetti Squash - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Spicy Spaghetti Squash Recipe

Spicy Spaghetti Squash has a average-calorie, low-carb, average-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin B6, Vitamin C and Niacin.

The food contains 10.3g 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 low sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 11.3 gms of protein, it is high 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 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 has a low density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet. It is also average in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat.

Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Spicy Spaghetti Squash has been given a composite ranking of 68, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein29%
 Calories from Fat44%
 Calories from Carbs27%

Why this is good for you

  • High in Protein
  • High in Vitamin B6
  • Very high in Niacin
  • High in Vitamin C
  • Low in Sodium

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A950 IU19%
Vitamin C13.8 mg23%
Thiamin0.17 mg11%
Niacin8 mg40%
Vitamin B60.46 mg23%
Folate68 mcg17%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium60 mg6%
Iron2.5 mg14%
Magnesium44 mg11%
Potassium420 mg12%
Sodium99 mg4.1%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate10.3 g3.4%
Dietary Fiber1.3 g5.2%
Sugars2.4 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein11.3 g22.6%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat7.6 g11.7%
Saturated Fat1.7 g8.5%

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 154 Calories from Fat 68

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 7.6 g 11.7%

Saturated Fat 1.7 g 8.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 44 mg 14.7%

Sodium 99 mg 4.1%

Total Carbohydrates 10.3 g 3.4%

Dietary Fiber 1.3 g5.2%

Sugars 2.4 g

Protein 11.3 g 22.6%

Vitamin A 19% Vitamin C 23%

Calcium 6% Iron 14%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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