Baby Gold Summer Squash
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Description/Taste
Baby summer gold squash is bright yellow, small, round and has scalloped edges. This summer variety resembles baby yellow scallopini squash. Especially tender when harvested young, the flavor is mild and buttery.
Seasons/Availability
Grown locally in California, baby yellow sunburst squash is available year-round.
Current Facts
A member of the cucurbitaceae family, this large group includes gourds and pumpkins as well.
Nutritional Value
All squashes provide vitamin A and vitamin C, some of the B vitamins, calcium, riboflavin, iron, potassium, niacin, and are a good source of fiber.
Applications
The unique size of this baby summer squash makes it a colorful addition to a variety of savory dishes. To store, refrigerate unwashed squash in a plastic bag. For optimum flavor and texture, use within three to four days as this squash is delicately flavored and perishable.
Ethnic/Cultural Info
Today, both summer and winter varieties are popular in American cuisine.
Geography/History
Prolific and vigorous, this bush-type summer squash plant produces an abundance of vibrant-colored fruit that contrast with its rich dark green foliage.
Recipe Ideas
Recipes that include Baby Gold Summer Squash. One
is easiest, three is harder.| My Own Sweet Thyme |
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Stuffed Patty Pan Squash |
| Chocolate and Zucchini |
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Roasted Patty Pan Squash and Herbed Chickpeas |
| Dolly and Oatmeal |
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Mellow Melon Salad |
| Creative Culinary |
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Lemony Summer Squash Bread |
