ORGANIC - Zucchini - Tondo di Nizza

Seeds:  5  / Botanical name:  Cucurbita pepo

As big as a tennis ball - ideal for filling with couscous, mushrooms or rice

Tondo Di Nizza is a round zucchini with medium-green mottled skin. It produces good yields and has a delicate flavor. Harvest them when they are about the size of a tennis ball, around 10 centimeters in diameter. The fruits are low in calories and rich in vitamins. They are also very easy to digest.

Origin:  Zucchini are native to Europe and were developed from the garden squash. The original varieties originated in Italy at the end of the 17th century.

Culinary Use:  Regular harvesting encourages the appearance of new blossoms, which then develop into fruits. Do not leave the fruits on the plant, as this reduces the yield. To harvest, simply cut the zucchini off with a knife. Zucchini can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 14 days. They are not suitable for freezing, as they lose their texture and become soft and watery. Zucchini are delicious raw in salads, steamed as sticks or slices, or briefly sautéed in a pan. They make a good soup and are popular stuffed with minced meat, couscous, mushrooms, or rice. Incidentally, the large zucchini blossoms are a particular delicacy.