I love zucchini! They are such a versatile vegetable containing significant nutritional benefits. For example, 1 cup of zucchini provides almost half of your daily need for vitamin A, and is a vital source of vitamin B6, C, and K, folate, thiamine, magnesium, manganese, potassium and copper. It also provides a high level of the antioxidants beta-carotene, lutein, and zeaxanthin. Although it is best to eat them during the Summer as this is when they are most seasonal, zucchini can be eaten all year round as a component to either a Summer or Winter meal.
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Facts/Serving
(1 cup/180 g)
Calories: 27 (115 kJ)
Protein: 2 g
Total Fat: 0.7 g
Saturated Fat: 0.1 g
Carbohydrates: 4.8 g
Fiber: 1.8 g
Origin: Mexico and South America
Season: Summer
Home Garden: Easy to grow at home
*Remember to always try and buy local over organic, and organic over generic when you can.
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