GREY SQUASH

~20 - 25 lbs Grey Squash aka "Grey Zucchini", "Calabacita", "Han-Guo-Shui-Gua", "Xi-Hu-Lu", "Jie-Gua", "韩国水瓜", "西葫芦", "节瓜", "韓国水瓜", "西葫蘆", "節瓜" Grey squash is a softshell summer squash with a cylindrical shape, pale green skin, and flecks of light green-grey speckling. Grey squash is generally around four inches in length. It has a buttery texture and a slightly sweet, nutty flavor. Grey squash is completely edible both raw and cooked. Grey squash can be cooked with olive oil and black pepper as a simple side dish. Grey squash is available year-round. Handling Tip Selection Grey squash is firm with a uniform color and glossy skin. No signs of blemishes or decay. The stem is green and moist. Storage Grey squash should be stored at 41°F - 50°F (5°C - 10°C) with a relative humidity of ninety-five percent and a light mist. The typical shelf life is no more than two weeks. Long-term storage leads to dull rind, dried or discolored stem end. Grey squash is sensitive to ethylene, a naturally occurring gas that regulates ripening. Grey squash should not be stored with high ethylene-producing products to extend shelf life. Grey squash produces a low level of ethylene. Ethylene production increases drastically under chilling temperature. Grey squash is sensitive to chilling injury at storage below 41°F (5°C). Symptoms include surface pitting, increase rate of decay, and increase rate of water loss. Sometimes symptoms may not be apparent until return to a higher temperature. Nutrition Fact Serving Size 1/2 medium squash (98g) Amount Per Serving                                                % Daily Value* Calories   20 Calories from Fat   0 Total Fat   0g   ............................................................................................   0% Saturated Fat   0g   ..........................................................................   0% Trans Fat   0g   ..................................................................................   0% Cholesterol   0mg   ..................................................................................   0% Sodium   0mg   .........................................................................................   0% Total Carbohydrate   4g   ......................................................................   1% Dietary Fiber   2g   ..........................................................................   8% Sugar   2g Protein   1g Vitamin A   ..................................................................................................   6% Vitamin C   ................................................................................................   30% Calcium   .....................................................................................................   2% Iron   .............................................................................................................   2% Potassium   .................................................................................................   7%   *The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice. *Based on information published by FDA