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Zucchini — BoiledC
Vegetables · #29 of 45

Zucchini

Boiled · Nightshades

44/100C tier
Calories17
Protein1.2g
Fiber1.2g
Sodium8mg
Sugar—g

Graded C — 44 out of 100, #29 of 45 vegetables. Low energy density carries the score (95/100); micronutrients drags it down (3/100).

The short version: Inoffensive, hydrating, and nearly calorie-free. The Switzerland of vegetables.

Nutrition facts

Nutrition Facts

per 100g
Calories17
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 0.2g0%
Saturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg
Sodium 8mg0%
Dietary Fiber 1.2g4%
Protein 1.2g2%
Vitamin C 10mg11%
Folate 24mcg6%
* % Daily Values use FDA label references (2,000-calorie diet). Micronutrient %DV uses the same reference values as our scoring. Values: USDA SR Legacy or the manufacturer/chain’s published label.

Why it scored 44

Low energy density ×1095
Clean label ×1594
Fiber ×2559
Protein ×1047
Micronutrients ×403

Each factor is scored 0–100, then combined with the weights shown. Read the full methodology.

Where it ranks

#29 of 45 in Vegetables. Why per-100-calorie scoring changes everything →

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Questions people ask

Is Zucchini healthy?

It grades C — 44 out of 100, #29 of 45 vegetables in our system. Inoffensive, hydrating, and nearly calorie-free. The Switzerland of vegetables.

How many calories are in Zucchini?

17 calories per 100g. For context, that is scored per 100 calories here, which is why energy-dense foods can grade lower than you’d expect.

How is the nutrition score for Zucchini calculated?

Each factor (protein, fiber, micronutrients, and others depending on the category) is scored 0–100 against a fixed benchmark, then combined with published weights. See the score breakdown above or read the full methodology.

A note before you eat your screen: grades are computed from published nutrition data with a transparent formula. They are a starting point for thinking about food, not medical advice. Talk to your doctor or a registered dietitian about your diet.