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.
Calories from Protein | 29% | |
Calories from Fat | 44% | |
Calories from Carbs | 27% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 950 IU | 19% | ||
Vitamin C | 13.8 mg | 23% | ||
Thiamin | 0.17 mg | 11% | ||
Niacin | 8 mg | 40% | ||
Vitamin B6 | 0.46 mg | 23% | ||
Folate | 68 mcg | 17% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 60 mg | 6% | ||
Iron | 2.5 mg | 14% | ||
Magnesium | 44 mg | 11% | ||
Potassium | 420 mg | 12% | ||
Sodium | 99 mg | 4.1% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 10.3 g | 3.4% | ||
Dietary Fiber | 1.3 g | 5.2% | ||
Sugars | 2.4 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Protein | 11.3 g | 22.6% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 7.6 g | 11.7% | ||
Saturated Fat | 1.7 g | 8.5% |
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
Per Serving | Calories 340
Protein 8 g | Carbs 49 g | Fat 13 g
Per Serving | Calories 97
Protein 1.8 g | Carbs 7.2 g | Fat 7 g
Per Serving | Calories 312
Protein 26.1 g | Carbs 17 g | Fat 15.4 g
Per Serving | Calories 195
Protein 29.4 g | Carbs 3.9 g | Fat 6.2 g
Per Serving | Calories 301
Protein 12.5 g | Carbs 34.1 g | Fat 13.8 g
Per Serving | Calories 310
Protein 21.5 g | Carbs 8.7 g | Fat 20.9 g