Roasted Chayote Squash

Roasted Chayote Squash: Photo by Go Vegan. Be Dope!

Roasted Chayote Squash is as easy as 1,2,3! They are absolutely delish, and make for the perfect side dish to any meal! Roasted Chayote Squash is also an excellent addition to any salad! Because raw Chayote Squash is so much like a Pear in texture and taste, they are also an excellent addition to any smoothie! They can be found at most Whole Foods, Famers' Markets or Natural Food Store near you, when in season.

Chayote Smoothie Bowl: Photo By: Go Vegan Be Dope

A single chayote squash alone (203 grams) provides the following nutrients (1Trusted Source):

• Calories: 39

• Carbs: 9 grams

• Protein: 2 grams

• Fat: 0 grams

• Fiber: 4 grams — 14% of the Reference Daily Intake (RDI)

• Vitamin C: 26% of the RDI

• Vitamin B9 (folate): 47% of the RDI

• Vitamin K: 10% of the RDI

• Vitamin B6: 8% of the RDI

• Manganese: 19% of the RDI

• Copper: 12% of the RDI

• Zinc: 10% of the RDI

• Potassium: 7% of the RDI

• Magnesium: 6% of the RDI

Chayote is also high in folate, which promotes proper cell division.

Alongside its nutrient density, chayote also happens to be low in calories, fat, sodium, and total carbs. As such, it’s quite healthy and makes for a good fit for various diets

Ingredients:

5 - 6 Green Chayote (Peeled and sliced)

1 Tbsp Olive Oil

1 Tsp Garlic Powder

1 Tsp Onion Powder

1 Tsp Sea Salt

1 Tsp Black Pepper

Instructions:

1. Preheat Oven to 415 F

2. Wash, dry, peel and slice Chayote into a large bowl.

3. Drizzle with Olive Oil then, add seasonings. Toss well with hands then, add to baking Sheet.

4. Bake for 15 minutes or until golden brown.

Roasted Chayote Squash: Photo by: Go Vegan Be Dope

Serve as a side dish or add into any Salad and Enjoy!