Hubbard squash
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| Macros | per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Calories | 40 kcal |
| Protein | 2.0 g |
| Fat | 0.5 g |
| Carbs | 8.7 g |
Hubbard squash is a large, hard-shelled winter squash typically eaten cooked — roasted, steamed, or puréed into soups and side dishes. It is a seasonal staple in North American cooking, often used as a substitute for other winter squashes like butternut or acorn. Per 100 g raw, it provides 40 kcal, 2 g of protein, 0.5 g of fat, 8.7 g of carbohydrates and 2.1 g of dietary fibre, with 4 g coming from sugars. It contributes 320 mg of potassium, 19 mg of magnesium and 68 mcg of vitamin A per 100 g, along with 16 mcg of folate. Hubbard squash is compatible with vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free, keto, paleo, mediterranean and low-FODMAP dietary patterns.
How many calories in hubbard squash?
Raw hubbard squash contains 40 kcal per 100 g, making it a relatively low-calorie vegetable. A generous 200 g serving would come to around 80 kcal.
How much potassium is in hubbard squash?
Hubbard squash provides 320 mg of potassium per 100 g, which is a solid amount for a low-calorie vegetable. That puts it in a similar range to other winter squashes and well above many leafy greens.
Is hubbard squash keto-friendly?
Hubbard squash is listed as keto-compatible, with 8.7 g of carbohydrates and 2.1 g of fibre per 100 g, giving a net carb figure of around 6.6 g. Portion size still matters on a strict ketogenic diet, but moderate servings can fit within daily carb limits.
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approximateMacros · per 100 g
| Macros | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 40.0 kcal |
| Protein | 2.0 g |
| Fat | 0.50 g |
| Carbs | 8.7 g |
| Sugars | 4.0 g |
| Fiber | 2.1 g |
| Fats breakdown | Amount |
|---|---|
| Saturated | 0.10 g |
| Monounsaturated | 0.037 g |
| Polyunsaturated | 0.21 g |
| Trans | 0 g |
| Omega-3 | 0 g |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg |
| Minerals | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calcium | 14.0 mg |
| Iron | 0.40 mg |
| Magnesium | 19.0 mg |
| Phosphorus | 21.0 mg |
| Potassium | 320 mg |
| Sodium | 7.0 mg |
| Zinc | 0.13 mg |
| Copper | 0.064 mg |
| Manganese | 0.18 mg |
| Selenium | 0.50 mcg |
| Vitamins | Amount |
|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 68.0 mcg |
| Retinol | 0 mcg |
| Vitamin C | 11.0 mg |
| Vitamin D | 0 mcg |
| Vitamin E | 0.16 mg |
| Vitamin K | 1.3 mcg |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.070 mg |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.040 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 0.50 mg |
| Pantothenic acid (B5) | 0.40 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.15 mg |
| Folate (B9) | 16.0 mcg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0 mcg |
| Choline | 11.8 mg |
Other cooking states of Hubbard squash
Cooked hubbard squash (30 kcal).
