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Zucchini Mexical - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Zucchini Mexical Recipe

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

The food contains 8.9g 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 sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 10.4 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

However, the high fat content makes it unsuitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. It's average 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 an average 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. It is also average in Selenium, an important antioxidant especially in combination with Vitamin E. Given that this is also average in Vitamin E, it is qualifies as good food source.

Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 81, for Zucchini Mexical, and we advise that this food on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein19%
 Calories from Fat65%
 Calories from Carbs16%

Why this is good for you

  • High in Protein
  • Very high in Vitamin A
  • High in Vitamin C

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A2575 IU51.5%
Vitamin C15.4 mg25.6%
Vitamin D0 IU
Vitamin E2 mg6.7%
Thiamin0.1 mg6.6%
Riboflavin0.12 mg7.3%
Niacin2.5 mg12.3%
Vitamin B60.29 mg14.4%
Folate30.4 mcg7.6%
Vitamin B120.11 mcg1.8%
Pantothenic Acid0.55 mg5.5%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium34 mg3.4%
Iron1.3 mg7.4%
Magnesium34.8 mg8.7%
Phosphorus120 mg12%
Potassium494.8 mg14.1%
Sodium120.3 mg5%
Zinc1.2 mg8.1%
Copper0.16 mg7.8%
Manganese0.26 mg13%
Selenium13.2 mcg18.9%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate8.9 g3%
Dietary Fiber2.5 g10%
Sugars2 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein10.4 g20.8%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat15.7 g24.2%
Saturated Fat2.7 g13.5%
Monounsaturated Fat9.7 g
Polyunsaturated Fat2.2 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 214 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 15.7 g 24.2%

Saturated Fat 2.7 g 13.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 33.7 mg 11.2%

Sodium 120.3 mg 5%

Total Carbohydrates 8.9 g 3%

Dietary Fiber 2.5 g10%

Sugars 2 g

Protein 10.4 g 20.8%

Vitamin A 51.5% Vitamin C 25.6%

Calcium 3.4% Iron 7.4%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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