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Galia Melon
The Galia melon has a lightly netted golden yellow rind with a pale glacial green succulent flesh that has a signature spicy sweet flavor with tropical and perfumed aromatics.
Sharlyn Melon
The Sharlyn melon has a cracked skin with tan and yellow-orange coloring. Superficially resembling an elongated Cantaloupe, the Sharlyn does not possess the sweet unctuous flavor of Cantaloupes, rather a more restrained balance of sweetness
Seasons/Availability
Yellow Crookneck squash is available year round with a peak season in late spring and early summer.
Current Facts
Many different varieties of summer squash are available that vary in color, shape and size. All can be used interchangeably in recipes. Summer and winter squash are identified on usage and the softness or hardness of their skin and rinds. Summer varieties are actually available all winter and winter varieties are on the market in late summer and fall, as well as winter. Some are available year round.
Description/Taste
Firm, smooth-skinned and medium in size, Yellow Crookneck squash has a yellow skin and a creamy, white flesh. Curved at the neck, thus its descriptive name, and larger at the apex than at the base, it is sometimes moderately warted. Offering a mild, gentle buttery flavor, this summer squash's skin and seeds are edible.
Nutritional Value
This fat-free and sodium-free squash is a source of carbohydrates, protein, dietary fiber, vitamin A, vitamin C, calcium and iron. One-half medium squash, about five ounces, contains about 20 calories.
Applications
Yellow Crookneck squash, a summer variety, are thin-skinned, yet sturdy. Grate and add to fritters, breads, pancakes or raw salads. Slice and saute, bake, roast or grill. Halve and stuff with starches, meats or cheeses. Cooked squash may be stewed or pureed into soups. Young yellow squash may also be sliced very thinly and served raw. Keep dry until ready to use.
Featured Restaurants
Restaurants currently purchasing this product as an ingredient for their menu.
| Sbicca | Del Mar CA | 858-481-1001 |
Recipe Ideas
Recipes that include Yellow Crookneck Squash. One
is easiest, three is harder.| Keller Creative |
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Zucchini and Squash Crescent Roll Quiche |
| Pinch My Salt |
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Grilled Yellow Squash with Fresh Dill Vinaigrette and Feta |
