Romanesco Costata Squash
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Description/Taste
Costata Romanesco is an Italian heirloom cocozelle type squash that is recognizable by its distinctive outer skin. Its body is lined lengthwise with dark and light green stripes and a pale green to white speckled overlay. Rather than smooth like traditional zucchini the Costata Romanesco has prominent ribs running from stem to blossom end. Like many summer squash varieties the skin of Costata Romanesco squash is delicate enough to consume. It can grow up to fifteen inches in length though it is typically harvested at six inches. Whether large or small it consistently offers an exquisite summer squash texture and flavor with nut-like notes and a lingering sweet taste. The Costata Romanesco plant is also known to produce a significant amount of bright orange blossoms which can be harvested individually or while still attached to the squash and offer a delicate flavor and texture.
Seasons/Availability
Romanesco Costata squash is available year-round with a peak season in the spring and summer.
Current Facts
Costata Romanesco is an Italian heirloom summer squash of the Cucurbitaceae family and botanically a member of Cucurbita pepo. Also known as Ribbed Roman or simply “Costata” this squash is part of the cocozelle group of squash and is known for its unique exterior which boasts varying hues of green and deeply grooved ribs. Unlike many popular hybridized summer squash varieties the Costata Romanesco was not bread to be a mass producer and will produce about half the yield of hybrid types. It is a variety of summer squash that is celebrated by growers and chefs alike as a result of its outstanding flavor and texture which it retains whether harvested when small or large in size.