Vegetables, Winter Squash | Vegan Gluten Free Low Calorie Paleo

Banana Squash

Cucurbita maxima Allergen-Free
Banana Squash

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family Cucurbitaceae
  • Primary Cuisine Global (adaptable)
  • Seasonality Late Summer to Winter (harvested in fall, stores well)
  • Source Banana Squash plant

The Forktionary Angle

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Definition

A large, elongated winter squash with a hard, orange or pink rind and sweet, dense, orange flesh, ideal for roasting, soups, or baking.

Sensory Profile

TasteSweet, Earthy, Mildly Nutty
TextureFirm (raw), Soft, Creamy (cooked)
AromaMild, Sweet Vegetable
AcidityLow

Technical Metrics

Nutrition Facts

Per 100g
Calories35 kcal
Total Fat0.1g
Saturated Fat0g
Trans Fat0g
Cholesterol0mg
Protein1g
Total Carbohydrate8g
Dietary Fiber2g
Total Sugars3g
Calcium20mg
Iron0.5mg
Potassium350mg

Chef’s Secret

Roasting banana squash with a little olive oil and maple syrup brings out its natural sweetness and creates a caramelized exterior.

Substitutions

Best Match

Butternut Squash

1:1

Closest match in flavor, texture, and culinary use.

Kabocha Squash

1:1

Slightly sweeter and denser, good for similar applications.

Acorn Squash

1:1

More fibrous but works well for roasting and stuffing.

Sweet Potato

1:1

Different flavor, but similar sweet and starchy profile, good for purees/roasting.

Buying Guide

Choose heavy, firm squash with no soft spots or blemishes.

Flavor Pairings

Sage Rosemary Cinnamon Brown Sugar Butter Maple Syrup Pork Chicken.