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Zucchini Pesto - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Zucchini Pesto Recipe

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

The food contains 18g 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 sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 15 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 very high fat content makes it unsuitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. A quick glance at the fat profile reveals that it is very high 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 an average density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet.

It belongs to Italian cuisine.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Zucchini Pesto has been given a composite ranking of 74, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein8%
 Calories from Fat82%
 Calories from Carbs10%

Why this is good for you

  • High in Protein
  • Very high in Vitamin A
  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • High in Dietary Fiber
  • Very high in Calcium

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Saturated Fat

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A3500 IU70%
Vitamin C60 mg100%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium350 mg35%
Iron1.8 mg10%
Potassium950 mg27.1%
Sodium430 mg17.9%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate18 g6%
Dietary Fiber6 g24%
Sugars9 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein15 g30%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat66 g101.5%
Saturated Fat12 g60%
Total Trans Fatty Acids0 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 720 Calories from Fat 600

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 66 g 101.5%

Saturated Fat 12 g 60%

Trans Fat 0 g

Cholesterol 20 mg 6.7%

Sodium 430 mg 17.9%

Total Carbohydrates 18 g 6%

Dietary Fiber 6 g24%

Sugars 9 g

Protein 15 g 30%

Vitamin A 70% Vitamin C 100%

Calcium 35% Iron 10%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Source: http://www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/Zucchini-Pesto-4569 Embed Table:

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