A delicate looking herb with a penetrating fragrance, thyme is an herb we should all take time to investigate and enjoy. And with about sixty different varieties including French (common) thyme, lemon thyme, orange thyme and silver thyme, this herb is sure to add some spice to your life. Thyme leaves are curled, elliptically shaped and very small, measuring about one-eighth of an inch long and one-sixteenth of an inch wide.
Butternut squash has a similar nutrition profile to other winter squash varieties, with the exception of spaghetti squash. Winter squash is a good source of complex carbohydrate. Butternut squash specifically contains 21.5 grams in one cup cooked. It is also an excellent source of fiber, racking in more than 25 percent of your daily needs in one cup cooked.
Or, enjoy a 3-cup serving of spaghetti squash for only 126 calories and 30 grams of carbohydrates. Do Not Toss the Squash Seeds Squash seeds, including spaghetti squash seeds, can be roasted just like pumpkin seeds (pumpkin is a squash). The seeds are low-carb, nutritious, and delicious. Spaghetti Squash Storage Tips. Like pumpkin and other winter squashes, whole uncooked spaghetti squash is best stored between 50 to 60 F and will last up to six months. Spaghetti squash will keep several weeks at room temperature. A Word From Verywell