I’ve always wondered what the CSA members think when they open their basket each week. It’s as if they receive a present every week, all summer long! The anticipation, the surprise and then . . . squash. Is it similar to getting a crummy sweater from grandma on your birthday? Or, finding two dimes and a nickle under your pillow, instead of a big shiny quarter from the toothfairy?
Well wash that disappointment away! You will be happy to know that many varieties of Summer Squash are loaded with fiber, vitamin C, carotene, potassium and folate which help prevent cancer and heart disease. To gain the full nutrient value of this vegetable the skin must be eaten. No fear, there are a million and one recipes out there that include your fresh summer squash, skin and all! Summer squash can be grilled, steamed, boiled, sauteed or fried. They mix well with onions, tomatoes, eggplant and pepper in vegetable medleys. Keep in mind that summer squash can be used interchangeably in most recipes. Check out the recipe section for ideas and suggestions on what to do with summer squash. Photo courtesy of veseys.com
Summer Squash Variety
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