Baby Zucchini Squash

Description Zucchini are more than 95% water, and so offer only a modest amount of nutrients. The high water content, however, means that they are very low in calories (about 19 per cup of raw sliced squash). In addition, they are inexpensive and can be eaten raw or cooked. Nutrition Facts Zucchini/1 cup cookedCalories 25 Total fat (g) 0.3
Saturated fat (g) 0.1 Monounsaturated fat (g) 0
Polyunsaturated fat (g) 0.1 Dietary fiber (g) 2.2
Protein (g) 2 Carbohydrate (g) 5 Cholesterol (mg) 0
Sodium (mg) 5 Storage, Handling & Prep SELECTION
The familiar green zucchini resembles a lightly ridged cucumber; its skin is medium to deep green, with paler flecks or stripes. Another variety known as Italian squash, or cocozelle, is shorter and blunter, with striped skin. Choose zucchini that are also firm and fairly heavy for their size; otherwise, they may be dry and cottony within. Earth Exotics™ baby zucchini, just 1" to 2" long; are particularly tender and sweet. The skin of zucchini is thin