Buttercup Squash

Buttercup squash is a light, nutrient-rich vegetable that offers several health benefits. It provides a good amount of dietary fiber, supporting healthy digestion. This squash is notably high in vitamin A, essential for vision and skin health. It also contains potassium and vitamin C, which contribute to immune function and electrolyte balance.

Macronutrient distribution

A Serving (85 g) of Buttercup Squash contains 30 calories, 0.85 g of protein, 7.2 g of carbohydrates, and 0.11 g of fat.

30kcal
Protein
0.9 g10%
Carbs
7.2 g87%
Fat
0.1 g3%

of calories

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  • Running5 mph (12 min/mile)3 min

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Nutritional composition

Complete nutrition facts: macronutrients (protein, carbs and fat) and micronutrients (vitamins and minerals).

Values per Serving (85 g)

Carbohydrates

  • Carbohydrates7.2 / 313 g(2%)
  • Dietary Fiber1.3 / 38 g(3%)
  • Soluble Fiber0.43 g
  • Insoluble Fiber0.85 g
  • Total Sugars2.6 g
  • Other Carbohydrates3.4 g

Fats

  • Total Fat0.11 / 83 g(0%)
  • Saturated Fat0.03 / 25 g(0%)
  • Monounsaturated Fat0.03 g
  • Polyunsaturated Fat0.05 g
  • Omega-30.03 g
  • Omega-60.05 g
  • Omega-90.03 g
  • Oleic Acid0.03 g
  • Stearic Acid0.01 g
  • Linoleic Acid0.05 g
  • Palmitic Acid0.02 g
  • Alpha-Linolenic Acid (ALA)0.03 g

Protein

  • Protein0.85 / 56 g(2%)

Amino Acids

  • Lysine0.07 g
  • Serine0.03 g
  • Valine0.05 g
  • Alanine0.05 g
  • Cysteine0.01 g
  • Proline0.03 g
  • Arginine0.06 g
  • Histidine0.03 g
  • Threonine0.03 g
  • Isoleucine0.04 g
  • Methionine0.01 g
  • Tryptophan0.01 g
  • Glutamic Acid0.15 g
  • Aspartic Acid0.09 g
  • Phenylalanine0.05 g
  • Glycine0.04 g
  • Leucine0.07 g
  • Tyrosine0.03 g

Vitamins

  • Vitamin A535.5 / 900 ug(60%)
  • Vitamin C10.5 / 90 mg(12%)
  • Vitamin E0.17 / 15 mg(1%)
  • Vitamin K1.7 / 120 ug(1%)
  • Vitamin B60.09 / 1.3 mg(7%)
  • Thiamin (B1)0.03 / 1.2 mg(3%)
  • Riboflavin (B2)0.03 / 1.3 mg(2%)
  • Niacin (B3)0.51 / 16 mg(3%)
  • Folate19.6 / 400 ug(5%)
  • Pantothenic Acid (B5)0.26 / 5 mg(5%)
  • Biotin1.7 / 30 ug(6%)
  • Choline6.8 / 550 mg(1%)

Minerals

  • Calcium23.8 / 1,000 mg(2%)
  • Iron0.49 / 8 mg(6%)
  • Magnesium11.9 / 420 mg(3%)
  • Phosphorus32.3 / 700 mg(5%)
  • Potassium297.5 / 3,400 mg(9%)
  • Sodium1.7 / 2,300 mg(0%)
  • Zinc0.17 / 11 mg(2%)
  • Copper0.09 / 0.9 mg(9%)
  • Manganese0.09 / 2.3 mg(4%)
  • Selenium0.6 / 55 ug(1%)

Other

  • Water76.5 / 3,700 g(2%)

Sources

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