Posts Tagged ‘squash’
Stuffed Squash with Quinoa and Sausage – Nutritionally Packed
Summer stuffed squash is a rich source of Vitamin A and C, magnesium, fiber, folate, riboflavin, phosphorus, potassium, and Vitamin B6. This quick and easy filling uses quinoa as a binder. You can make extra quinoa the night before for this recipe or cook it up while you are preparing the other ingredients. Stuffed Squash…
Read MoreApple and Quinoa Stuffed Squash – Use Your Favorite Squash
This Apple and Quinoa Stuffed Squash can be made with your favorite summer or winter squash. For winter squashes, you will need to prebake the squash for about 20-30 minutes before stuffing it. I used round summer squash to make this Apple and Quinoa Stuffed Squash and since they are small I only sliced off…
Read MoreSummer Squash – A Versatile and Nutritious Vegetable
Summer squash is one of the joys from the garden in late spring and summer. Zucchini, pattypan, crookneck, straight neck, cousa, chayote, and more. They are versatile and nutritious and add a subtle natural sweetness to many recipes. The critical difference between Summer and winter squash is storability. Summer squash has soft edible skin and…
Read MoreAdd Winter Squash to Your Meals For A Health Boost
What if I told you there were more winter squash than just pumpkin? Shocking I know! Pumpkin gets all of the love these days, but all of the winter types are worthy of a featured place on your table. The vivid orange flesh of many winter squash varieties is due to their high concentration of carotenoids, particularly…
Read MoreButternut Squash Appetizers – Excellent Source of Fiber
Making Butternut Squash Appetizers from Butternut Squash is an excellent source of fiber, potassium, vitamin B6, and several other vital nutrients. Butternut squash contains nearly half of your daily dose of vitamin C. Because of butternut squash’s high antioxidant content, it may have anti-inflammatory effects, helping you to reduce your risk of inflammation-related disorders like rheumatoid arthritis. Its long neck makes the…
Read MoreRadishes Beets Squash Stew – A Favorite Comfort Food
This Radishes Beets Squash Stew will become your family’s favorite “comfort food.” Use radishes, beets, and squash to make this fantastic and easy-to-prepare stew. Additionally, it’s a healthy and easy one-pot meal. Due to the raisins, lemons, and honey, this dish has a Moroccan feel. Include a bed of couscous and top with cilantro and…
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