Organic
Yellow Sunburst Squash
"A burst of yellow in every bite."
A vibrant and nutritious Yellow Sunburst Squash adding a ray of sunshine to any dish, offering versatility in both sweet and savory recipes.
Also known as
Sunburst, Pâtisson, Yellow Pattypan Squash
Botanical name
Cucurbita pepo x Cucurbita maxima
Product Details
PLU Code
94777
5-digit code
Category
Vegetables
Squash › All Sizes
Origin
Central and South America, now globally cultivated.
Temperature
5 to 10°C (41 to 50°F)
Shelf Life
up to 2 weeks
Status
Approved
About Yellow Sunburst Squash
Belongs to the Cucurbita pepo or Cucurbita maxima botanical family, typically measuring 2-4 inches in diameter and weighing around 1-2 pounds.
Nutrition Information
Serving size 100g of cooked yellow sunburst squash provides approximately 25 calories, 0.6g protein, 0.1g fat, 6.1g carbohydrates, 1.2g fiber, and 0.4g sugars. It is rich in vitamins A and C providing 19% of the daily recommended intake for vitamin A and 36% of vitamin C. It also contains potassium, manganese, and magnesium. The sodium content is minimal at 2mg per 100g.
Storage & Handling
Commercial storage guidance for summer squash (Cucurbita pepo: zucchini, crookneck, straightneck, scallop, cocozelle, vegetable marrow). Storage life depends on initial quality, maturity, cultivar and handling; this is not a household shelf-life guarantee.
Temperature
5 to 10°C (41 to 50°F)
Humidity
95%
Packaging
Breathable containers or bags to maintain humidity
Shelf Life
up to 2 weeks
Storage Notes: Summer squash shrivel with very little water loss and their tender skin is injured by the slightest scratch or bruise, and chilled fruit pit and decay quickly once warmed. Sensitive to ethylene: keep away from ethylene-producing fruit. Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016).
Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016), pp. 556-558.
Applies to: summer squash (Cucurbita pepo: zucchini, crookneck, straightneck, scallop, cocozelle, vegetable marrow).
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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