Ooty Zucchini Yellow

How We Pluckk The Best For You?

- Sourced from partner farms in Ooty
- We have stringent quality specs that include checking the veggies for smooth skin, color, cylindrical shape, and healthy calyx
- Zucchini with misshapes, cuts, surface damage, water soak or marks, and other damages are rejected

Shelf Life and Storage

Ooty Zucchini Yellow has a shelf life of up to 3 days. It is best consumed fresh but you can keep it in a crisper drawer or vegetable drawer in the refrigerator to keep it fresh for longer. 

Nutritional Value (Per 100 gms)

- Calories: 17 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 3.1g
- Sugars: 2.5g
- Dietary Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 1.2 g
- Fat: 0.2 g

Health Benefits

May Help Improve Heart Health:

Zucchini contains high fiber content which is good for the heart as it may lower the risk of heart disease. It reduces levels of LDL cholesterol. It has potassium resulting in reduced instances of high blood pressure by removing sodium from the body.

High in Antioxidants:

Zucchini is particularly high in antioxidants which are compounds your body needs to fight against free radicals that usually cause cellular damage. It also contains carotenoids which are good for the heart, skin, eyes, and even certain types of cancers. 

Better Digestion:

Zucchini is rich in water content. It softens stools while the fiber adds bulk to it preventing constipation. Fiber is good for gut health as it promotes the environment for good bacteria in the gut.