Chayote

Aliases: Chayote, Pepinello or Vegtable Pear
Description: Chayote is a squash that closely resembles a pear. It varies in color from yellowish white to pale green to dark green.
Preparation and Serving: The chayote can be eatan raw in salads or with a vinaigrette. It can be boiled or steamed for 10 to 15 minutes and used in a variety of dishes. It can be used as a substitute for summer squash in many recipes.
Recipe Links: Chayote Squash Salad; Chayote Salad with Lemony Hot Sauce; Chayote Relleno; Medely of Zucchini, Chayote and Yellow Squash; Chayote & Black-Eyed Pea Relish; Chayote and Red Pepper Salad; Chayote & Corn Stuffed Chilies with Red Sauce; Pan Seared Halibut with fried plantains and a tomato and chayote salsa
Links: PLANTanswers -- Texas Agricultural Extension Service; Alberta Agriculture, Food and Rural Development; Maria-Brazil; Epicurious Food Dictionary; Pacific Islands Farm Manual; Captain Food
Nutritional Information

Nutritional Value per 100g
Edible Portion
Chayote Raw Cooked

Calories 24 24

Water 93% n/a

Carbohydrates 5.1 g n/a

Protein 0.90 g 0.62 g

Fat 0.30 g 0.48 g

Fiber 0.70 g 0.58 g

Calcium 19 mg 13 mg

Iron 0.40 mg 0.22 mg

Magnesium 14 mg 12 mg

Phosphorous 26 mg 29 mg

Potassium 150 mg 173 mg

Sodium 4 mg 1 mg

Beta Carotene (A) 56 IU 47 IU

Thiamine (B1) 0.0030 mg 0.0026 mg

Riboflavin (B2) 0.040 mg 0.040 mg

Niacin (B3) 0.500 mg 0.420 mg

Pantothenic Acid (B5) 0.483 mg 0.408 mg

Ascorbic Acid (C) 11 mg 8 mg

Report filed 04.23.98
Last update 08.15.98

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