Chayote Squash Side Dish Recipe

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Most Helpful Positive Review

Jan 22, 2009

This was very good but I did change the recipe a bit. I had just returned from Guatemala and knew they never used vinegar but mostly lime juice. I replace the vinegar with lime juice. I also used 1/2 teas. of red pepper flakes and added 1/4 of a chopped onion. It had just enough bite to be great and the lime juice worked very well. It was a hit, will make it again. It makes a different vegetab;e side dish.

—MNJACK8

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Most Helpful Critical Review

Aug 02, 2011

The flavor was too overpowering for the squash. Tasted like pickled squash or something. This didn't do it for me.

—Rex

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52 Ratings

Apr 20, 2009

Add 1/2 thin sliced onion and sautee until fragrant and brown with the gralic before adding the chokos. Substitute lime juice for the vinegar and you are set!

—Jonagold

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Sep 26, 2008

This is good. I love chayote, but this was my first time cooking it. I ended up needing some more cooking time - probably about 15 inutes total. Thanks for the recipe!

—SunnyByrd

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Jun 24, 2008

Great simple recipe. I added thin sliced onion like another reviewer suggested, and it was great. I used a mirin/rice wine vinegar combo for a little asian twist.

—AUTUMN609

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Dec 01, 2010

I found this squash in the store when looking for something different for dinner. I have never had it before - it certainly looks strange. I settled on this recipe based on ratings, and I wasn't disappointed. After reading reviews, the only thing I did differently was to use lime juice instead of the vinegar, though I think I'll try it with the vinegar next time just to see. Anyway, I think these need to be cooked slightly longer than the 6 minutes as directed, even if you like them a bit crunchy. As for the taste of the squash, it's kind of like a cross between a potato, squash, and eggplant if you can imagine that. A very light, crisp flavor. The seasoning was just the right mix of heat and sweet - though next time I may kick both up a bit. Overall, I'm happy to have found a new side dish and will be trying this again.

—kimberjoih

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Apr 22, 2009

This is soooo good!!! Made as recipe is, except, per other reviewer, traded vinegar for lime juice- oooh soo tasty! this tastes like a gourmet side dish you'd get at a nice restaurant. I loved it! it was a bit spicy with a 1/4 teaspoon, but again, Very Tasty!!! thanks!!! Chayote is soo low calories too that i didn't feel bad with the oil. ;) yum

—CooksW/Love

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Jun 10, 2009

YUM! I received some chayote squash in our church's Angel Food Menu Latin Veggie box, and didn't have the first clue what to do with them - this recipe was perfect! Had everything on hand, even some limes to swap out for the vinegar. SO easy, and SO good. Even my little ones tried/ate a few bites (the red pepper flakes were quite spicy, though - might want to leave them out if you're trying to broad your children's vegetable horizon)

—SUZYB.

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Nutrition

Calories
90 kcal
4%

Carbohydrates
7.2 g
2%

Cholesterol
0 mg
0%

Fiber
2 g
8%

Protein
1 g
2%

Sodium
584 mg
23%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Chayote Squash Side Dish

Serving Size: 1/2 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 2
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 90
Calories from Fat: 63

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 7g 11 %
Saturated Fat 1g 5 %
Cholesterol 0mg 0 %
Sodium 584mg 23 %
Potassium 155mg 4 %
Total Carbohydrates 7.2g 2 %
Dietary Fiber 2g 8 %
Protein 1g 2 %
Sugars 2.8g
** Vitamin A 3 %
** Vitamin C 14 %
** Calcium 3 %
** Iron 6 %
** Thiamin 3 %
** Niacin 6 %
** Vitamin B6 7 %
** Magnesium 5 %
** Folate 53 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.