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    11 Random Facts about Zucchini and 11 Zucchini Recipes

    Published: Jun 25, 2015 · Last Updated: May 18, 2020 by Kyndra Holley

    11 Random Facts About Zucchini and 11 Low Carb Zucchini Recipes

    • The flower of the zucchini plant is also edible.
    • The word zucchini comes from ‘zucca’ the Italian word for squash.
    • August 8th is National Zucchini Day.
    • Zucchini are 95% water. They're a super low-cal snack at just 25 calories each.
    • Biggest is NOT best. The most flavorful zucchinis are small- to medium-sized.
    • Did you know the world’s largest zucchini on record was 69 ½ inches long, and weighed 65 lbs?
    • Zucchini contains more potassium than bananas.
    • One zucchini has only 25 calories (in comparison, a baked potato has 130 calories).
    • Zucchini are low in sodium, contain no saturated fats, and are cholesterol-free.
    • They are rich in vitamin C and manganese.
    • The peel is a good source of dietary fiber and may help in reducing constipation.
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