The squash, found in the produce section of the grocery store, grows on a plant native to Mexico and Central America. Yellow squash, also called yellow zucchini, comes in different varieties. A 1/2 cup of squash contains 50 to 125 calories.
Calories
One cup of boiled squash contains 36 calories. Squash is low in fat, cholesterol and sodium. One cup of Italian-style, cooked yellow squash with tomatoes, onion, salt, pepper and butter has 66 calories. Italian-style squash is low in saturated fat and cholesterol but high in sodium.
Types
Squash, though treated like a vegetable, is actually a fruit from the gourd family, according to The Nibble magazine. Types of yellow squash include the crookneck, straightneck, pattypan and yellow zucchini. Yellow squash has a thin edible skin, mildly sweet flavor and tender texture.
How to Buy
"Real Simple" magazine suggests selecting yellow squash that is less than eight inches long. Choose one that's firm with bright skin. Store yellow squash in a plastic bag in the vegetable drawer of the refrigerator for up to five days. Only wash prior to eating.
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