Best Chayote Squash Salad Salada De Chuchu Recipes

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CHAYOTE SQUASH SALAD (SALADA DE CHUCHU)



Chayote Squash Salad (Salada de Chuchu) image

Simple Easy to make salad with a South American vegetable that is becoming increasingly more available in US markets.

Provided by Steve P.

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 40m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 quart water
6 chayotes, peeled,cores removed
3 cloves garlic, crushed
1 large onion, thinly sliced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
6 tablespoons Italian parsley, chopped
1/4 cup olive oil
5 tablespoons white vinegar

Steps:

  • Bring the water to a boil in a deep pot.
  • Put the chayote squash into the boiling water and boil for 10 minutes; do not overcook.
  • Drain in a colander.
  • Slice the squash and place in a salad bowl with garlic, onion, salt, pepper, parsley, oil and vinegar.
  • Mix well and refrigerate before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 196.8, Fat 14, SaturatedFat 2, Sodium 307.5, Carbohydrate 17.1, Fiber 6, Sugar 7.4, Protein 3.2

CUBAN CHAYOTE SALAD



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Make and share this Cuban Chayote Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Sharon123

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 25m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

6 chayotes (also known as meletons or mirletons)
1/2 teaspoon mustard
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Boil chayotes until tender, 10-15 minutes. Remove from heat and cut into 1" cubes.
  • Mix the rest of ingredients and pour over cubed chayote.
  • Place in refrigerator for about 1 hour.
  • Serve over lettuce. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 114.6, Fat 9.3, SaturatedFat 1.3, Sodium 105.8, Carbohydrate 8, Fiber 3.5, Sugar 3.8, Protein 1.7

CHAYOTE SALAD



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Make and share this Chayote Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by mersaydees

Categories     Vegetable

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 chayotes, pitted and thinly sliced
1 serrano chili pepper, seeded and finely chopped (wear plastic gloves when handling)
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
1 small lemon, juiced and strained
1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
salt
fresh ground black pepper
fresh cilantro stem (to garnish)

Steps:

  • Combine chayote, chile pepper, cilantro, lemon juice, oil, and vinegar in large bowl.
  • Toss to thoroughly coat.
  • Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  • Garnish with cilantro springs.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 192.3, Fat 18.2, SaturatedFat 2.5, Sodium 4.5, Carbohydrate 7.8, Fiber 2.9, Sugar 2.8, Protein 1.4

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