Recipe: The Nutritional Facts of Zucchini

One cup (124 grams) of raw, chopped zucchini contains:

  • Calories: 21
  • Protein: 1.5 grams
  • Fat: 0.4 grams
  • Carbohydrates: 3.9 grams
  • Fiber: 1.2 grams
  • Sugars: 3.1 grams
  • Sodium: 9.9 milligrams
  • Vitamin C: 22.2 milligrams (24% DV)
  • Potassium: 323.6 milligrams (9% DV)
  • Magnesium: 22.3 milligrams (6% DV)
  • Vitamin B6: 0.2 milligrams (10% DV)
  • Folate: 29.8 micrograms (7% DV)
  • Vitamin K: 5.3 micrograms (7% DV)

Zucchini is a low-calorie, high-nutrient vegetable, rich in vitamins C and B6, as well as potassium and magnesium. It’s also a good source of dietary fiber.