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    Home » Newest Recipes! » Low Calorie » Chayote Squash Salad with Vinaigrette Dressing

    Chayote Squash Salad with Vinaigrette Dressing

    Published: Feb 13, 2020 · Modified: Aug 1, 2020 by Aubrey · This post may contain affiliate links

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    This chayote recipe features the fresh crunch of the chayote squash coupled with the beautiful sweetness of honeycrisp apples drizzled with a vinaigrette dressing combining bold ground Dijon mustard, spicy horseradish and sweet honey for a winning combination that will brighten up your day!

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    This post may contain affiliate links which means I may receive commissions if you choose to purchase through this link (at no extra cost to you).

    Why This Recipe Works

    • This crunchy and refreshing salad can be whipped up in 5 minutes or less!
    • Chayote squash is super lower in calories!
    • The sweet and savory combination of the squash and apples, couple with the tangy dressing is the perfect bite.

    What is chayote?

    Chayote, pronounced chai·ow·tei, is an edible squash (within the gourd family). Chayote squash tastes like a crunchy green apple minus the sweetness. Some people describe the texture as a cross between a cucumber and a potato. It has a very neutral flavor which provides great texture and crunch in salads and salsas.

    Chayote can be found in the produce section of most local grocery stores.

    How do you eat chayote squash?

    Chayote squash can be eaten raw or cooked. While it is very popular as a cooked dish, I was originally introduced to the dish in raw form in a salsa. Chayote nutrition is excellent and is a heathy low calorie option that can be incorporated into many dishes. A standard size chayote averages about 40-60 calories!

    Chayote is great in salads, salsas and is often marinated in lemon or lime juice. It can also be enjoyed cooked and is treated similarly to a squash, potato or root vegetable. It can be boiled, mashed stuffed, baked, fried and pickled.

    Popular chayote recipes in other parts of the world

    • Braised chayote (“chuchu) is a popular side dish in Brazil.
    • In Jamaica, chayote is called “chocho” and is popular to use a vegetable in stews and curries.
    • In the Philippines, it is referred to a “sayote” and is often used in soup, stir fries and in chop suey.
    • In China, chayote is known as “Buddha’s palm” and is generally stir-fried.
    • In Thailand, “sayongte” (meaning, melon) is used in soups and stir fries.
    • In India, the shoots, fruit and roots and used in a variety of curries.

    How to make this recipe (plus, modifications)

    Salad Ingredients

    • 1 chayote squash
    • 1 honeycrisp apple
    • ½ cup shredded carrots

    Dressing Ingredients

    • 2 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
    • 2 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil. Note: Whole food plant based substitute: Aquafaba (chickpea juice).
    • ¼ teaspoon minced horseradish (typically sold pre-minced in a jar)
    • ½ teaspoon course ground (stone-ground) Dijon mustard (can also substitute regular Dijon)
    • 1 teaspoon honey. Note: Vegan substitution: maple syrup.
    • Salt and pepper to taste

    Instructions

    • Slice chayote and honeycrisp apples into thin strips or chop (your preference). Mix with shredded carrots.
    • In jar, combine apple cider vinegar, extra virgin olive oil, horseradish, course ground Dijon mustard, honey, salt and pepper (to taste). Shake vigorously. If you do not have a jar, you can combine in a bowl and mix with a whisk or fork.

    Related Recipes

    You might also enjoy my Rainbow Salad with Chinese 5-Spice Dressing.

    For other delicious BOLD salad dressing inspiration, check out my Ginger Miso Dressing, Cilantro Dressing and my Thai Peanut Sauce.

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    Chayote Squash Salad with Vinaigrette Dressing

    This chayote recipe features the fresh crunch of the chayote squash coupled with the beautiful sweetness of honeycrisp apples drizzled with a vinaigrette dressing combining bold ground Dijon mustard, spicy horseradish and sweet honey for a winning combination that will brighten up your day!
    5 from 12 votes
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    Course: dinner, lunch, Salad, Snack
    Cuisine: American, Mexican
    Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 5 minutes minutes
    Servings: 1
    Calories: 280kcal
    Author: Aubrey
    Cost: $5

    Equipment

    • Jar, small bowl, whisk.

    Ingredients

    Salad

    • 1 Chayote squash (thinly sliced or chopped)
    • 1 Honeycrisp apple (thinly sliced or chopped)
    • ½ cup Shredded carrots

    Dressing

    • 2 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
    • 2 tablespoon Extra virgin olive oil Whole food plant based substitute: Aquafaba (chickpea juice).
    • ¼ teaspoon Minced horseradish (typically sold pre-minced in
      a jar)
    • ½ teaspoon Course ground Dijon mustard (can also substitute
      regular Dijon)
    • 1 teaspoon Honey Vegan substitute: maple syrup.
    • Salt and Pepper (to taste)

    Instructions

    • Slice chayote and honeycrisp apples into thin strips or chop (your preference). Mix with shredded carrots.
    • In jar, combine apple cider vinegar, extra virgin olive oil, horseradish, course ground Dijon mustard, honey, salt and pepper (to taste). Shake vigorously. If you do not have a jar,
      you can combine in a bowl and mix with a whisk or fork.

    Notes

     
     
     

    Nutrition

    Calories: 280kcal
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    My name is Aubrey. I am a busy lawyer and momma. While I am passionate about both, I have a place in my heart for great food and want to share it with other food lovers!

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    Comments

    1. Nathalie

      April 15, 2023 at 6:28 pm

      5 stars
      After having overindulged at lunch, I really appreciated this crisp and refreshing salad for a light supper. A keeper!

      Reply
    2. Roselda

      December 07, 2021 at 6:44 pm

      5 stars
      very healthy easy to prep salad

      Reply
      • Aubrey

        December 07, 2021 at 10:30 pm

        Thanks Roselda! So happy you enjoyed!

        Reply

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