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Spaghetti Squash

Spaghetti Squash is a winter squash often used as a low-carb, pasta-like ingredient when roasted and shredded into noodle-like strands; it appears in American and Mediterranean-style dishes as a lighter alternative to traditional pasta. It is very low in energy at 31kcal per 100g, which is why cooks favor it for lighter mains and vegetable-forward recipes. Nutritionally, it contributes small amounts of fiber and some B vitamins and minerals rather than large amounts of protein or fat, making it a light, nutrient-dense vegetable choice. Overall, Spaghetti Squash is valued for its low calories and useful texture as a pasta substitute, and it supplies modest amounts of B-vitamins and trace minerals that complement a balanced diet.

Vegan · Lactose free · Gluten free · Unprocessed · ~0.30€/100g

Kinome Health Grade

S

Optimal

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Nutrition

Macronutrients per selected portion. Averaged from verified sources.

Calories

31 kcal

2% of Daily kcal · low-calorie

Protein

0.6 g

1% RDI

Fat

0.3 g

0.1g sat fat

Carbs

7 g

3% RDI

Sugar

3.4 g

7% RDI

Fiber

1.5 g

5% RDI

Salt

0 g

0% RDI

Nutrition quality

Scored against dietary guidelines. Tap rows for a deeper breakdown.

Composite score - weighted by current nutrition science

S · 9.5 / 10

Healthy alternatives

Ingredients that rank higher on the overall quality profile and might substitute well in some recipes.

Frequently asked

Q.01Is Spaghetti Squash healthy?

Yes, Spaghetti Squash is exceptionally healthy, earning an S Health Grade. It is a good source of dietary fiber (1.5g per 100g).

Q.03What NOVA processing level is Spaghetti Squash?

Spaghetti Squash is NOVA 1 - Unprocessed.

Q.05Is Spaghetti Squash gluten free?

Yes, Spaghetti Squash is gluten free.

Q.02What are the macros in Spaghetti Squash?

100g of Spaghetti Squash contains 31 kcal, 0.6g protein, 7g carbohydrates, 0.3g fat, and 1.5g fiber.

Q.04Is Spaghetti Squash vegan?

Yes, Spaghetti Squash is vegan.

Q.06Is Spaghetti Squash lactose free?

Yes, Spaghetti Squash is lactose free.

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