Bottle Gourd (Round, Pale Green)
A light and nutritious vegetable, bottle gourd is known for its delicate pale green color and smooth texture. It is a low-calorie option that is rich in fiber and essential vitamins. Here are its key nutritional facts:
- Energy: 13.6 kcal
- Protein: 0.42 g
- Total Fat: 0.12 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.04 g
- Carbohydrates: 2.53 g
- Fiber: 2.1 g
- Sugar: 0.34 g
- Minerals:
- Calcium: 15.05 mg
- Iron: 0.28 mg
- Magnesium: 10.93 mg
- Phosphorus: 16.01 mg
- Potassium: 116.0 mg
- Sodium: 1.52 mg
- Zinc: 0.15 mg
- Copper: 0.05 mcg
- Manganese: 0.13 mg
- Selenium: 1.77 mcg
- Vitamins:
- Vitamin C: 4.54 mg
- Thiamine (B1): 0.03 mg
- Riboflavin (B2): 0.01 mg
- Niacin (B3): 0.14 mg
- Vitamin B6: 0.02 mg
- Folate: 49.59 mcg
- Vitamin A: 3.49 mcg
- Vitamin E: 0.01 mg
- Vitamin D2: 0.0007 mcg
This versatile vegetable is perfect for a variety of dishes, offering a mild flavor and numerous health benefits.
