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Squash, Indian, raw (Navajo)
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Values for 100 g. Change the serving to recalculate.
* The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
Vitamins
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 4.5 MG | 5% | |
| Thiamin | 0.0 MG | 2% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.0 MG | 2% | |
| Niacin | 0.2 MG | 1% | |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.1 MG | 2% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.1 MG | 3% | |
| Folate, total | 22 UG | 6% | |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0 MG | 0% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 9 MG | 1% | |
| Iron, Fe | 0.2 MG | 1% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 10 MG | 2% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 12 MG | 1% | |
| Potassium, K | 205 MG | 4% | |
| Sodium, Na | 20 MG | 1% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.1 MG | 1% | |
| Copper, Cu | 0.0 MG | 2% | |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.0 MG | 1% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Very low in calories (26 kcal per 100g), suitable for weight management.
- Very low in fat (0.2g per 100g).
About Squash, Indian, raw (Navajo)
Raw Indian squash from the Navajo tradition is low in calories and almost entirely water and carbohydrate, with negligible fat and protein. Its mildly sweet, starchy flesh makes it useful as a thickener in stews or as a simple side cooked with other ingredients. Light and undemanding nutritionally, it earns its place through versatility and cultural significance rather than macronutrient density.
Dietary Information
Squash, Indian, raw (Navajo) is considered low-fat, very low in calories, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Calorie Breakdown
At 26 calories per 100 grams, Squash, Indian, raw (Navajo) gets 8% of its calories from protein, 87% from carbohydrates, and 7% from fat. This is lower than most foods and comparable to fruits and vegetables.
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