Gem Squash seeds

18 GEM SQUASH seeds

Delicious & nutritious Gem Squash easily grown in Australia.

Gem squash is a common vegetable grown in South Africa, loved by everyone. To cook first prick gem squash once or twice with a knife or fork and put into a pot of boiling water and boil for 7 minutes or until soft. When softish, remove from water and allow to cool slightly. Cut in half and scoop out pips with either a teaspoon or dessert spoon. Season to taste and serve with a dollop of butter.

Gem squash is low in Saturated Fat and Sodium, and very low in Cholesterol. It is also a good source of Protein, Vitamin A, Thiamin, Niacin, Phosphorus and Copper, and a very good source of Vitamin C, Vitamin K, Riboflavin, Vitamin B6, Folate, Magnesium, Potassium and Manganese.