Chayote squash has just the right texture for shredding into a crunchy and refreshing slaw that’s great by itself, piled onto a barbecue sandwich or folded into a meaty taco. Instructions: Shred the ...

The chayote is low-calorie, low-carb (22-25 calories, 5 grams carbs to a cup, raw or boiled) and a respectable source of vitamin C. Shop for firm, smooth, blemish-free specimens; avoid ones with rust ...

Mary Samuels recently wrote to ask about chayote squash and the best ways to prepare it. 1. Heat oil in medium skillet over medium heat. Add onion and cook stirring until slightly softened, about 3 ...

Each year, during the month of March we celebrate all things nutrition because it is National Nutrition Month. In the northeast, the temperatures are still low, and there is nothing more nutritious ...

From acai and goji berries to yogurt and fish, the superfoods list only continues to grow year after year. And this year is no exception. Introducing the versatile superfruit: the chayote. After ...

Chayote squash is used in many ways, from soup to enchiladas as well for salsa and pickles. iStock Chayote squash is a little, lesser known squash that originates from South America and Mexico. It has ...

Jim Dixon wrote about food for WW for more than 20 years, but these days most of his time is spent at his olive oil-focused specialty food business Wellspent Market. Jim’s always loved to eat, and he ...

Sure, you know about pumpkins (and their lattes) and have likely heard about butternut and acorn squash, too. But what about chayote squash? Similar to a pear in size and shape, this bright green ...