🎃 Benefits of squash: an essential health asset – Neary

Squash are a true health ally, especially in autumn and winter when their range of flavors warms the heart 🧡. Thanks to their richness in vitamins (A, C, E), they boost immunity and help protect cells from oxidative stress. Their high fiber content promotes good digestion and a satiating effect, ideal if you want to limit snacking 😉.

The antioxidants present in abundance (beta-carotene, lutein, zeaxanthin) protect the skin and eyesight, while supporting the fight against cellular aging. In addition, squash is very low in calories but rich in flavor – perfect for varying your dishes without feeling guilty! 🥄

• Vitamin A (valuable for vision and skin, thanks to beta-carotene which colors the flesh 🧡)
• Vitamin C (supports immunity, strengthens the body against minor winter ailments 🧣)
• Vitamin E (antioxidant, protects cells from aging)
• Potassium (helps regulate blood pressure, good for the heart ❤️)
• Magnesium (contributes to muscle relaxation and fights fatigue)
• Copper, iron, manganese … so many essential minerals naturally provided by squash!

As a bonus, squash also contains plant-based omega-3s (in its seeds), perfect for your balanced diet 🥰.

Absolutely! Squash is naturally low in calories (very little sugar, no fat) but very filling thanks to its soluble fiber. This helps control hunger and maintain a moderate calorie intake, without feeling deprived. It's the perfect ally if you're watching your weight or want to balance your meals after the holidays 🎉.

Tip: By replacing some of the starchy foods with roasted or soup squash, you can enjoy yourself while lightening your plate. Also useful if you cook in an air fryer !

Squash lends itself to all kinds of inspiration: in a creamy velouté , purée , gratin or even roasted in the oven with a drizzle of olive oil and spices 🌶️. Its mild taste pleases young and old alike: you can also make cakes or pancakes to surprise your loved ones for breakfast 🥞.

To retain maximum nutrients, favor gentle cooking or steaming. And don't forget: pumpkin seeds, once roasted, are delicious as an aperitif or sprinkled on a salad 🥗.

Discover our butternut squash or Lorraine pumpkins for a change of pace!

Butternut squash has a soft, slightly sweet flesh and a creamy texture, perfect in soup or roasted. Pumpkin , on the other hand, evokes a subtle chestnut flavor, with a denser flesh and an edible skin (handy for saving time!). Both are excellent for your health, you can find them in our shop and our local selection 🛒.

Yes! Easy to digest, rich in minerals and vitamins, they support muscle growth and recovery after exercise. Athletes benefit from their potassium and magnesium content to prevent cramps, while children love their sweetness. You can even incorporate them into fun recipes to encourage them to love vegetables! 💪👶

For pumpkin, the skin is safe to eat after cooking. For butternut squash or other varieties with thick skin, it's best to remove it. Always remember to wash the squash thoroughly before cooking! 🧼

Absolutely! They provide fiber, vitamins, and a satisfying effect, while also being a great substitute for meat in many dishes. In a gratin with cheese, in pancakes with cereal, or simply roasted, they're perfect for all veggie cravings 🌱.

Looking for some original ideas? Check out our tips on the Nike blog for even more inspiration!