Ingredient

Summer Squash

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Summer squash is often used in dishes like soups, stews, sautés, and baked goods. …

What it is

Summer squash is a type of squash that is harvested when immature, while the rind is still soft and edible. Varieties include zucchini, yellow squash, and pattypan squash. It is a versatile vegetable grown in many parts of the world.

Why it's used

Summer squash is often used in dishes like soups, stews, sautés, and baked goods. Manufacturers may include it to add texture, flavor, and nutritional value to packaged foods. It is commonly found in vegetable mixes and prepared meals.

Health notes

Summer squash is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a food ingredient. It is a good source of vitamins and minerals. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated squash and related vegetables, but no specific health concerns are associated with its consumption at typical dietary levels.

Allergen info

Summer squash is not one of the nine major allergens recognized by the FDA. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing Summer Squash

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Kettle Cuisine, Inc. Tomato Garden Vegetable Soup Other Soups High in sodium — 20% DV per serving 33kcal 0.8Protein 1.6Fat 4.5Carbs Hannaford Bros. Co. Hannaford, Summer Vegetable Other Deli High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 37% DV per serving 220kcal 7.1Protein 17.0Fat 13.5Carbs Banks Square Market Corp Yellow & Green Spiral Cut Squash Pre-Packaged Fruit & Vegetables 18kcal 1.2Protein 0Fat 3.5Carbs Blue Corn & Veggie Tamales Tucson Tamale Company Blue Corn & Veggie Tamales Frozen Prepared Sides 128kcal 1.9Protein 7.7Fat 14.7Carbs Wegmans Food Markets, Inc. Squash, Peppers, Mushrooms & Onions Veggie Kabobs, Squash, Peppers, Mushrooms & Onions Pre-Packaged Fruit & Vegetables 24kcal 1.2Protein 0Fat 4.7Carbs Juan O'sullivan's Gourmet Salsa Juan O'sullivan's, Double Hot Habanero Salsa Dips & Salsa 33kcal 0Protein 0Fat 6.7Carbs C.H. Robinson Company Mixed Squash Pre-Packaged Fruit & Vegetables 20kcal 1.0Protein 0Fat 4.1Carbs Perfect Fit Meals Lean Chicken Breast, Lemon Pepper Other Deli High in cholesterol — 37% DV per serving 97kcal 14.8Protein 1.0Fat 7.7Carbs Banks Square Market Corp Veggie Kabob Pack, Veggie Pre-Packaged Fruit & Vegetables 0kcal 1.4Protein 0Fat 5.7Carbs Banks Square Market Corp Summer Squash Noodles Pre-Packaged Fruit & Vegetables 18kcal 1.2Protein 0Fat 3.5Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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