How much dietary fiber is found in zucchini? I’m looking for specifics, not just “it’s a good source.” Can you provide the exact gram amount of fiber in both raw and cooked zucchini? Please specify the serving size you’re using for each (e.g., 1 cup, 1 medium zucchini, 100 grams). It would also be helpful to know if the cooking method significantly affects the fiber content (e.g., boiling, steaming, roasting). I’m interested in how zucchini compares to other similar vegetables in terms of fiber density.

Answer

Here’s a breakdown of the fiber content in zucchini, both raw and cooked, with specific numbers per serving size:

Raw Zucchini:

• Serving Size: 1 cup, sliced (approximately 124 grams)

• Fiber Content: Approximately 1.0 gram

• Serving Size: 1 medium zucchini (approximately 196 grams)
• Fiber Content: Approximately 1.5 grams

Cooked Zucchini (Boiled, Drained):

• Serving Size: 1 cup, sliced (approximately 132 grams)
• Fiber Content: Approximately 1.5 grams

Important Considerations:

• Variability: The exact fiber content can vary slightly based on the specific variety of zucchini and its maturity at harvest.
• Preparation Method: Cooking methods can affect nutrient content slightly. Boiled zucchini is used here as a standard example. Roasting or other methods could have marginally different values.
• Source Data: Values are based on data from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) FoodData Central database.