Button squash
Button squash, cooked
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| Macros | per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Calories | 31 kcal |
| Protein | 3.2 g |
| Fat | 0.5 g |
| Carbs | 3.8 g |
Button squash (also known as pattypan squash) is a small, disc-shaped summer squash typically steamed, boiled, roasted or sautéed as a side vegetable. Per 100 g cooked, it provides just 31 kcal alongside 3.2 g of protein, 0.5 g of fat, 3.8 g of carbohydrates and 0.9 g of dietary fibre, making it a notably low-calorie vegetable with a modest protein contribution for a plant food. It is a reasonable source of potassium at 356 mg per 100 g, along with 87 mg of phosphorus and 4.46 mg of niacin. Folate comes in at 14.3 mcg per 100 g. No glycemic index value is available for this preparation. Cooked button squash suits vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free, keto, paleo, Mediterranean and low-FODMAP dietary patterns.
How many calories in cooked button squash?
Cooked button squash contains 31 kcal per 100 g, making it one of the lower-calorie vegetables available. A generous 200 g serving would contribute around 62 kcal.
How much potassium is in cooked button squash?
Cooked button squash provides 356 mg of potassium per 100 g, which is a solid amount for a vegetable this low in calories. It also contains 87 mg of phosphorus and 14 mg of magnesium per 100 g.
Is cooked button squash keto-friendly?
Yes, cooked button squash is listed as keto-compatible, with only 3.8 g of carbohydrates and 2.3 g of sugars per 100 g. Its low calorie count and high water content make it easy to fit into a carbohydrate-restricted eating pattern.
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Macros · per 100 g
| Macros | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 31.1 kcal |
| Protein | 3.2 g |
| Fat | 0.47 g |
| Carbs | 3.8 g |
| Sugars | 2.3 g |
| Fiber | 0.90 g |
| Starch | 0.35 g |
| Fats breakdown | Amount |
|---|---|
| Saturated | 0.061 g |
| Monounsaturated | 0.008 g |
| Polyunsaturated | 0.18 g |
| Trans | 0 g |
| Omega-3 | 0 g |
| Omega-6 | 0 g |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg |
| Minerals | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calcium | 6.0 mg |
| Iron | 0.34 mg |
| Magnesium | 14.0 mg |
| Phosphorus | 87.0 mg |
| Potassium | 356 mg |
| Sodium | 2.0 mg |
| Zinc | 0.81 mg |
| Copper | 0.39 mg |
| Manganese | 0.050 mg |
| Selenium | 11.9 mcg |
| Iodine | 0 mcg |
| Vitamins | Amount |
|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 5.0 mcg |
| Retinol | 0 mcg |
| Vitamin C | 4.0 mg |
| Vitamin D | 0.20 mcg |
| Vitamin E | 0.010 mg |
| Vitamin K | 0 mcg |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.062 mg |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.30 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 4.5 mg |
| Pantothenic acid (B5) | 2.2 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.030 mg |
| Folate (B9) | 14.3 mcg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0 mcg |
