Turban Squash

Scientific Binomial Name: Cucurbita maxima

Named after it's round turban shape , Turban Squash is prized mostly for its appearance.

Selection Information

Usage: Baked.

Selection: Good-quality turban squash will be firm, heavy for its size and have an even dark-green to partially yellow.

Avoid: Avoid product that has soft spots, dull and wrinkled skin or that is extremely light for its size.

Seasonal Information

Turban squash is available August through March.

Turban Squash Nutritional Information

Serving Size: 1 cup, cubes (116g)
Amount Per Serving
Calories 39	Calories from Fat 1
	% Daily Value*
Total Fat 0g	3%
Saturated Fat Fat 0g	1%
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 10g	3%
Dietary Fiber 2g	7%
Sugars 3g
Protein 1g
Vitamin A 32%	Vitamin C 24%
Calcium 3%	Iron 4%
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. Source: PMA's Labeling Facts

Squash is very low in Saturated Fat, Cholesterol and Sodium. It's also a good source of Dietary Fiber, Riboflavin, Folate, Magnesium and Copper, and a great source of Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin B6, Potassium and Manganese.