Chayote Squash Side Dish

Name: Chayote Squash Side Dish
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 20 min
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 chayote squash, cut into 1/2-inch strips; 1 clove garlic, minced; 0.5 teaspoon salt; 0.5 teaspoon white sugar; 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes; ground black pepper to taste; 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar

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This chayote recipe is a simple, elegant, and easy side dish made from an inexpensive squash. Paired with chicken or fish, it rounds out a weeknight supper.

Submitted by Navy S

Updated on November 21, 2024

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Prep Time:

15 mins

Cook Time:

5 mins

Total Time:

20 mins

Servings:

2

Yield:

2 cups

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Original recipe (1X) yields 2 servings

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 chayote squash, cut into 1/2-inch strips
1 clove garlic, minced
½ teaspoon salt, or as needed
½ teaspoon white sugar, or as needed
¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (Optional)
ground black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar

Directions

Heat olive oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir squash, garlic, salt, sugar, red pepper flakes, and black pepper in hot oil for 2 to 3 minutes.
Pour in vinegar; cook and stir until squash is slightly wilted but still firm and crunchy, 2 to 3 minutes.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

90	Calories
7g	Fat
7g	Carbs
1g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 2
Calories 90
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 7g	9%
Saturated Fat 1g	5%
Sodium 584mg	25%
Total Carbohydrate 7g	3%
Dietary Fiber 2g	7%
Total Sugars 3g
Protein 1g	2%
Vitamin C 9mg	10%
Calcium 23mg	2%
Iron 1mg	3%
Potassium 155mg	3%

* 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.

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