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Zucchini-Carrot Salsa - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Zucchini-Carrot Salsa Recipe

Zucchini-Carrot Salsa has a average-calorie, low-carb, average-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Vitamin A and Vitamin C.

The food contains 11g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low 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 10 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Because of its average fat content, it could be suitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. 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 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 Zucchini-Carrot Salsa has been given a composite ranking of 67, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein32%
 Calories from Fat33%
 Calories from Carbs35%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Vitamin A
  • High in Vitamin C
  • Very low in Cholesterol
  • Low in Saturated Fat
  • High in Calcium

Why this is bad for you

  • High in Sodium

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A3500 IU70%
Vitamin C15 mg25%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium300 mg30%
Iron0.36 mg2%
Potassium340 mg9.7%
Sodium680 mg28.3%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate11 g3.7%
Dietary Fiber1 g4%
Sugars6 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein10 g20%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat4.5 g6.9%
Saturated Fat1 g5%
Total Trans Fatty Acids0 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 130 Calories from Fat 40

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 4.5 g 6.9%

Saturated Fat 1 g 5%

Trans Fat 0 g

Cholesterol 5 mg 1.7%

Sodium 680 mg 28.3%

Total Carbohydrates 11 g 3.7%

Dietary Fiber 1 g4%

Sugars 6 g

Protein 10 g 20%

Vitamin A 70% Vitamin C 25%

Calcium 30% Iron 2%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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