Chayote Squash Salad Salada De Chuchu
Brighten up your table with this Chayote Squash Salad, also known as Salada de Chuchu—a vibrant, healthy, and refreshing dish that celebrates the unique texture and mild flavor of chayote squash. Perfectly tender yet crisp slices of boiled chayote are tossed with a zesty lemon and olive oil dressing, while aromatic garlic, red onion, parsley, and cilantro add color and bold herbal notes. This quick and easy salad comes together in just 30 minutes, making it an ideal side dish or light appetizer for any meal. Whether served chilled or at room temperature, it’s a flavorful and nutritious way to showcase this underrated vegetable. Keywords: chayote squash recipe, Salada de Chuchu, healthy side dish, refreshing salad recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 medium Chayote squash
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 0.5 medium Red onion
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro
- 1 clove Garlic
- 4 cups Water
Instructions
Wash the chayote squash thoroughly. Peel the skin if desired, although it is edible and can be left on for added texture.
Cut the chayote squash in half lengthwise and remove the seed in the center. Slice the squash into thin half-moon or bite-sized pieces.
Bring 4 cups of water to a boil in a medium pot. Add the sliced chayote squash and cook for 8–10 minutes, or until just tender but still slightly firm. Avoid overcooking.
Drain the cooked chayote squash and set aside to cool slightly.
While the squash cools, finely mince the garlic, chop the red onion into thin slices, and roughly chop the parsley and cilantro.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked chayote squash, red onion, parsley, cilantro, and minced garlic.
Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss to coat all the ingredients evenly.
Let the salad sit for about 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve at room temperature or chilled as a refreshing side dish or appetizer.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
537 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 42.9 g | 55% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.5 g | 32% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2414 mg | 105% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 37.4 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.2 g | 44% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.9 g | ||
| Protein | 6.4 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 204 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 3.5 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 1004 mg | 21% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
