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Acorn Squash Potassium: 896 mg Serving size: 1 cup cooked
As a fall-time favorite, acorn squash is a starchy vegetable that sometimes gets a bad rap for containing carbohydrates.—Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 20 May 2025 That’s because rice varies a lot according to manufacturer, and some brands may simply be starchier than others (and thus require more rinsing).—Audrey Bruno, SELF, 13 May 2025 Acorn Squash This type of winter squash is a starchy vegetable rich in magnesium, vitamins A and C, and potassium.—Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 9 May 2025 There is also a starchy middle layer called the endosperm, which contains simple carbohydrates as well as some protein and nutrients.—The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for starchy
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