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Zucchini Boats with Ricotta and Basil - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Zucchini Boats with Ricotta and Basil Recipe

Zucchini Boats with Ricotta and Basil Recipe has a low-calorie, low-carb, average-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin C.

The food contains 4g 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 4 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 average fat content of this product makes it suitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. 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.

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.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Zucchini Boats with Ricotta and Basil Recipe has been given a composite ranking of 45, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein27%
 Calories from Fat46%
 Calories from Carbs27%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • Low in Cholesterol

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A500 IU10%
Vitamin C21 mg35%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium80 mg8%
Iron0.36 mg2%
Potassium290 mg8.3%
Sodium150 mg6.3%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate4 g1.3%
Dietary Fiber1 g4%
Sugars3 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein4 g8%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat3 g4.6%
Saturated Fat2 g10%
Total Trans Fatty Acids0 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 60 Calories from Fat 30

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 3 g 4.6%

Saturated Fat 2 g 10%

Trans Fat 0 g

Cholesterol 10 mg 3.3%

Sodium 150 mg 6.3%

Total Carbohydrates 4 g 1.3%

Dietary Fiber 1 g4%

Sugars 3 g

Protein 4 g 8%

Vitamin A 10% Vitamin C 35%

Calcium 8% Iron 2%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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