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Winter Squash

Winter Squash (also called kabocha or Japanese pumpkin) is a sweet, dense winter squash widely used in Japanese and other East Asian cuisines for soups, stews, tempura and roasted dishes. It is prized for its creamy texture, sweet chestnut-like flavor and firm skin that can be cooked with or without peeling. Nutrition-wise, Winter Squash is a low-calorie, nutrient-dense vegetable that supplies small amounts of protein and very little fat, while being a good source of provitamin A — it provides 426 in 100 g — mainly as beta-carotene. Its carbohydrate content gives a pleasant sweetness, and it contributes dietary fiber and vitamin C compared with many starchy sides. Overall, Winter Squash is a wholesome vegetable choice: nutrient-rich, low in saturated fat and versatile in cooking. It adds color and carotenoids to the diet and can be used as a lower-calorie, vitamin-rich substitute for heavier, higher-fat sides.

Vegan · Lactose free · Gluten free · Unprocessed · ~0.18€/100g

Kinome Health Grade

S

Optimal

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Nutrition

Macronutrients per selected portion. Averaged from verified sources.

Calories

26 kcal

1% of Daily kcal · low-calorie

Protein

1 g

2% RDI

Fat

0.1 g

0.1g sat fat

Carbs

6.5 g

2% RDI

Sugar

2.8 g

6% RDI

Fiber

0.5 g

2% RDI

Salt

0 g

0% RDI

Nutrition quality

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Composite score - weighted by current nutrition science

S · 9.8 / 10

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Frequently asked

Q.01Is Winter Squash healthy?

Yes, Winter Squash is exceptionally healthy, earning an S Health Grade. It is rich in protective compounds.

Q.03What NOVA processing level is Winter Squash?

Winter Squash is NOVA 1 - Unprocessed.

Q.05Is Winter Squash gluten free?

Yes, Winter Squash is gluten free.

Q.02What are the macros in Winter Squash?

100g of Winter Squash contains 26 kcal, 1g protein, 6.5g carbohydrates, 0.1g fat, and 0.5g fiber.

Q.04Is Winter Squash vegan?

Yes, Winter Squash is vegan.

Q.06Is Winter Squash lactose free?

Yes, Winter Squash is lactose free.

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