Chayote Squash Salad (Salada de Chuchu)

Submitted by Steve P.

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

 

• Ready In: 40mins
• Ingredients: 9
• Serves: 4-6

ingredients

• 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

directions

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

Reviews

[WI Cheesehead]

This is the first time I've tried chayote. It was okay this way, but no one was crazy about it. I might try stuffing it next time. I think this is a good salad for people who love similar cucumber type salads (with the vinegar and oil). My DD said she would like it, but it (the chayote) was too watery.

 

[LostInCA]

This salad is wonderful! When cooked, the chayote sweetens slightly and takes on a nuttier taste, which blends very well with the vingear. I did cut back on the olive oil (purely a preference move). Light, tasty and just plain good eatin'! Thanks, 1Steve!