Vegetable Fruiting Summer

Courgette (Zucchini)

Written by the VitaWhat editorial team · Medically reviewed by Steve Davis · Last reviewed 19 July 2026 · Editorial policy

A mild summer squash, low in calories.

Key nutrients

  • Vitamin C
  • Potassium
  • Water

Benefits

  • Hydrating
  • low calorie

Storage

Fridge crisper up to 1 week

Sources & references

  1. USDA FoodData Central
  2. British Nutrition Foundation

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