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Calabaza, also commonly referred to as Cuban Squash, can be described as a hybrid between a pumpkin and a squash. It is characterized outside by bright markings and inside by a smoothly textured pulp. They are popular in Hispanic countries, mainly Cuba and throughout the Caribbean.

They grow so large that it is customary for produce markets to often halve them prior to selling them. Calabaza, as pumpkin and squash, is high in vitamin A, low in sodium, and moderate amounts of Viitamin C and fiber.

Names: Calabaza, Cuban Squash, Green Pumpkin, Ahuyama, Zapallo, Abóbora, Giraumon, West Indian Pumpkin, Crapaudback

Source: the Caribbean, United States (S. Florida), Mexico, Central America, South America

Equivalents: : 1 pound yields 2 cups cooked squash