Zucchini (Courgette) - Healthy Snacks
How to prepare and cook the zucchini
Cut a zucchini into 5mm thick circles.
Put the cut zucchini into a bowl, with just enough water to cover the pieces.
Put a microwave safe lid on the bowl.
Microwave at 500W for 5 minutes and 30 seconds.
Eat after it cools down a bit.
Health benefits of zucchini (courgette)
At only 17 calories per 100g, they are great to use in weight reduction and cholesterol control programs.
They contain no saturated fats or cholesterol either.
The peel is good source of dietary fiber which offers some protection against colon cancers and helps reduce constipation.
Relatively moderate source of folates, consists of 24 mcg or 6% of RDA per 100g. Folates are important in cell division and DNA synthesis.
When taken adequately before pregnancy, it can help prevent neural tube defects in the fetus.
Very good source of potassium which is a heart friendly electrolyte and important intracellular electrolyte; helps reduce blood pressure and heart rates by countering effects of sodium.
Fresh zucchinis are rich in vitamin A; the
