Yellow squash is a member of the Cucurbitaceae family. Yellow squash is in the category of summer squash. A serving size of one cup has just 36 calories, 7 grams of carbohydrates, less than one gram of fat, and 1 gram of protein. There is a long list of many nutrients that are found in ...
Squash is one of my favorite garden plants. I love planting it, it’s easy to get to grow and once it starts growing it is a prolific producer, making it a very productive crop. There are several varieties of squash that can be grown, summer squash, winter squash, acorn squash, zucchini, the list goes on ...
According to the Virginia Cooperative Extension, butternut squash is classified as a “Winter squash,” as opposed to a “Summer squash.” As a general rule, summer squash – yellow crook-necked squash and zucchini, for example – are harvested when still slightly tender and actually immature, 50 to 60 days from planting. Winter squash require a much ...
Squash was used extensively in North American by American Indians prior to the arrival of Europeans to the continent Squash belongs to the gourd family Cucurbitaceae. This family also contains other important vegetables, such as cucumber, melons and pumpkins. Actually there is much controversy as to what is a squash and that is a pumpkin ...
There are a great variety of squash on the markets to go around. Some of the most available summer squash varieties are: Green Zucchini, Scallop, Pattypan, Gooseneck, Straightneck. Whatever you choose rest assured that squash has some benefits for your health. After all, squash is a vegetable low in calories and plenty of vitamins, minerals, ...
Health-conscious eaters are delighted that most types of squash are now available year round. Squash is high in beta-carotene, an antioxidant that helps the body’s immune system. It is low in calories and high in fiber. Added to that, it is a good source of vitamin C, phosphorus, and potassium. When selecting squash, choose one ...