USDA-derived generic food data
What is the nutrition score of Courgette (Zucchini)?
Per 100g, Courgette (Zucchini) has a Daily Nutrient Contribution score of 6/100. Its strongest contributions are Vitamin C, Folate, Vitamin B6. Treat this as a fixed nutrient comparison, not a personal recommendation.
Reviewed 16 July 2026. USDA-derived values are estimates for a generic food and can vary with preparation and brand.
Daily Nutrient Contribution
6/100
3 nutrients provide at least 10% of the daily reference used for this comparison.
Nutrition facts
The same generic food data, shown per 100g and for 1 medium (196g).
| Nutrient | Per 100g | Per 1 medium |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 17 kcal | 33 kcal |
| Protein | 1 g | 2 g |
| Carbs | 3 g | 6 g |
| Fat | 0 g | 1 g |
| Fiber | 1 g | 2 g |
| Sat fat | 0 g | 0 g |
| Sodium | 8 mg | 16 mg |
| Potassium | 261 mg | 512 mg |
| Calcium | 16 mg | 31 mg |
| Iron | 0.4 mg | 0.7 mg |
| Magnesium | 18 mg | 35 mg |
| Zinc | 0.3 mg | 0.6 mg |
| Vitamin C | 18 mg | 35 mg |
| Vitamin D | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Folate | 24 µg | 47 µg |
Where Courgette (Zucchini) contributes most
These percentages are capped at 100% for the score calculation. They use a fixed adult reference and are not personalised targets.
Vitamin C
45%
18 mg per 100g
Folate
12%
24 µg per 100g
Vitamin B6
12%
0.2 mg per 100g
Potassium
7%
261 mg per 100g
Sat fat
0 g per 100g
Shown separately because the score focuses on positive daily nutrient contributions.
Sodium
8 mg per 100g
Shown separately because the score focuses on positive daily nutrient contributions.
Source and limits
This page uses Nutrigate's USDA FoodData Central-derived generic-food table. It is useful for comparison, while the label on a branded product is more specific. Nutrition information is not medical advice.
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