Summer squash

Health benefits

• A great source of vitamin C to help the immune system.
• High in Vitamin A which can promote healthy eyes and skin.
• Provides potassium, an electrolyte that helps maintain fluid balance.
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Storage

• Store fresh squash in the crisper drawer of your refrigerator. 
• Keep squash in a plastic bag or container to maintain moisture.  

Preparation:

• Yellow squash has a thin skin that does not require peeling. Simply wash, cut, and add to your favorite recipe. 
• Video: how to cut summer squash

Easy ideas:

• Yellow squash can be used in place of zucchini for many recipes. 
• Saute and mix with whole grain pasta, brown rice or quinoa.
• Make a squash “boat” by cutting the shell in half lengthwise, scooping out the inside, and filling with cooked rice and ground beef.  Bake in the oven.