Chayote Salad

Based on a recipe from The South Beach Diet Cookbook. Simple and fresh.

• Ready In: 15 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 3  chayotes, pitted and thinly sliced
• 1  serrano chili pepper, seeded and finely chopped (wear plastic gloves when handling)
• 1⁄4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1  small lemon, juiced and strained
• 1⁄3 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 2  tablespoons apple cider vinegar
•  salt
•  fresh ground black pepper
•  fresh cilantro stem (to garnish)

Directions

1. Combine chayote, chile pepper, cilantro, lemon juice, oil, and vinegar in large bowl.
2. Toss to thoroughly coat.
3. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
4. Garnish with cilantro springs.