Organic
Acorn Squash - Carnival
"Sweet, nutty, and visually stunning winter squash delight."
A vibrant and nutrient-rich winter squash variety, Acorn Squash - Carnival boasts an exceptional sweet and nutty flavor profile with a tender, buttery texture.
Also known as
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Botanical name
Cucurbita pepo
Product Details
PLU Code
93142
5-digit code
Category
Vegetables
Squash › All Sizes
Origin
North America and temperate zones worldwide
Temperature
10 to 13°C (50 to 55°F)
Shelf Life
2-3 months
Status
Approved
About Acorn Squash - Carnival
With its unique, symmetrical shape, Carnival acorn squash is perfect for decorative arrangements and impressive centerpieces, making it a popular choice among chefs and home cooks alike.
Nutrition Information
The Acorn Squash, also known as Carnival, is a nutritious vegetable. Here are its nutrition facts per 100 grams of edible portion:
It is low in calories, with about 45 calories in every 100 grams, it contains 0.1 grams of fat, 0.7 grams of protein and 10.5 grams of carbohydrates.
Fiber content is about 2 grams and sugar content is 3 grams per 100 grams of edible squash.
Some essential vitamins and minerals found in this variety include Vitamin C with 10 milligrams, Vitamin E with 0.5 milligrams, Vitamin K with 3.4 micrograms, Potassium with 230 milligrams, Copper with 0.19 milligrams, Manganese with 0.16 milligrams and Phosphorus with 23 milligrams.
Storage & Handling
Commercial storage guidance for pumpkins and winter squashes, most cultivars (including tropical pumpkin/calabaza). Storage life depends on initial quality, maturity, cultivar and handling; this is not a household shelf-life guarantee.
Temperature
10 to 13°C (50 to 55°F)
Humidity
50-70%
Packaging
Cool, dry, and well-ventilated area, individually wrapped or in a breathable bag
Shelf Life
2-3 months
Storage Notes: Keep humidity moderate and the fruit surface dry with good air circulation, because higher humidity promotes decay while lower humidity causes weight loss and texture deterioration. Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016).
Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016), pp. 514-517.
Applies to: pumpkins and winter squashes, most cultivars (including tropical pumpkin/calabaza).
Not verified by this source: packaging (retained from earlier enrichment).
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4-digit codes: Conventional produce
93000-94999: Organic form of an assigned 3000-4999 code
83000 series: Future conventional assignments
84000 series: Corresponding future organic assignments
Prefix 8: Has no standalone GMO significance
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