{"product_id":"chayote-1","title":"Chayote","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-html\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-tts=\"true\" class=\"processed-tts\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-tooltip-trigger=\"\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eChayote \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e(\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSechium edule\u003c\/em\u003e) is a gourd that is often referred to as a vegetable, but technically this bright, green pear-shaped food is a fruit. Chayote squash—also called mirliton—is commonly grown in Mexico or other warm climates and can be consumed either raw or cooked. The root and leaves of this plant are also edible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0-2\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-html\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIf you're looking to experiment with interesting new fruits and veggies, chayote is a smart choice. The fruit is versatile, easy to use, and provides a boost of healthy nutrition along with an interesting flavor and texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0-5\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-subheading\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mntl-sc-block-subheading__text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNutrition Facts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0-6\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-html\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis nutrition information is provided by the USDA for 1 cup (132g) of raw 1\" chayote pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0-9\" class=\"comp theme-takeaway mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-callout mntl-block\" data-tracking-id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout\" data-tracking-container=\"true\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-body_1-0\" class=\"comp expert-content mntl-sc-block-callout-body mntl-text-block\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCalories:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e25\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFat:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e0.2g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSodium:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e2.6mg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCarbohydrates:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e6g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFiber:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e2.2g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSugars:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e2.2g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eProtein:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e1.1g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0-11\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-subheading\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mntl-sc-block-subheading__text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCarbs in Chayote\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0-12\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-html\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMost of the calories in chayote come from carbohydrates. There are a total of 6 grams of carbs in a one-cup serving and over two grams of healthy fiber. You'll also get a small amount of starch and just over 2 grams of naturally-occurring sugar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0-14\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-html\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eChayote is a low-glycemic food. The glycemic load of a single cup serving is estimated to range between one and two, regardless of whether it is cooked or raw. A low glycemic food is digested and metabolized slowly and therefore raises blood sugar at a slower rate than foods with higher glycemic indexes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0-17\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-subheading\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mntl-sc-block-subheading__text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFats in Chayote\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0-18\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-html\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThere is less than one gram of fat in a cup of raw chayote and the very small amount is polyunsaturated.\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.verywellfit.com\/polyunsaturated-fat-2242014\" data-component=\"link\" data-source=\"inlineLink\" data-type=\"internalLink\" data-ordinal=\"1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.verywellfit.com\/polyunsaturated-fat-2242014\"\u003ePolyunsaturated fats\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ecome from plant sources and are considered to be a healthier source of fat than saturated fat. Health experts advise that we replace saturated fats with polyunsaturated fats when possible to boost heart health and reduce our risk of other chronic diseases.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0-20\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-html\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIf chayote is prepared with fats (as many recipes suggest) the fat content will increase, and if butter or another animal fat is used in the preparation, you'll also increase your intake of saturated fat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0-23\" class=\"comp related-link mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-featuredlink mntl-block\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.verywellfit.com\/polyunsaturated-fat-2242014\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-featuredlink__link_1-0\" class=\"mntl-sc-block-featuredlink__link mntl-text-link\" data-tracking-container=\"true\" data-tracking-id=\"featured-link\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.verywellfit.com\/polyunsaturated-fat-2242014\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"link__wrapper\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBenefits of Polyunsaturated Fat\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0-24\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0-26\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-subheading\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mntl-sc-block-subheading__text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eProtein in Chayote\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0-27\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-html\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eChayote is not a significant source of protein providing just over one gram per serving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0-30\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-subheading\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mntl-sc-block-subheading__text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMicronutrients in Chayote\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0-31\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-html\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eChayote provides a number of health-boosting vitamins and minerals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0-33\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-html\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA single serving of chayote provides 123 micrograms of folate or 31% of your recommended daily intake. You'll also get over 10 grams or about 17% of your recommended intake of vitamin C. Other vitamins in chayote include vitamin K, vitamin B6, pantothenic acid, thiamin, riboflavin, niacin, and vitamin E.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0-35\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-html\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMinerals in chayote include manganese, copper, zinc, potassium, and magnesium. There is also a small amount of calcium, iron, and phosphorus in chayote.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"heading-toc\" id=\"health-benefits\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0-37\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block health-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHealth Benefits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0-38\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-html\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLike many other types of squash, chayote is a good source of fiber. Fiber helps you to feel full and satisfied after eating so that it is easier to maintain a healthy weight. Fiber is also an important nutrient for a healthy digestive system. Studies have established the use of chayote and chayote roots as a quality source of both starch and fiber.\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0-40\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-html\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThere are ongoing studies that suggest other health benefits of chayote.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0-42\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-html\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA 2019 review published in\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFood Chemistry\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003einvestigated chayote's nutritional, phytochemical, and pharmacological properties. Researchers determined that the fruit provides a broad-spectrum of polyphenols including phenolic acids, tannins, and stilbenes. Polyphenols are known to have antiallergic, anti-inflammatory, antiviral, anticarcinogenic and hypoglycemic effects in the body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0-44\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-html\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eResearchers also wrote that clinical and epidemiological studies have established an inverse relationship between the consumption of chayote and the prevalence of chronic diseases. However, the study authors noted that more research is needed to fully understand the medicinal and nutritional potential of chayote and chayote byproducts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0-46\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-html\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAnother 2019 study investigated the potential benefits of chayote consumption in older adults. The research published in the journal\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAntioxidants\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003econcluded that consumption of dried chayote may provide antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects in older adults with metabolic syndrome. However, the study was small in scope and study authors acknowledge that further studies are needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"heading-toc\" id=\"common-questions\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0-48\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block health-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCommon Questions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0-49\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-html\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHow do you know when chayote is ripe?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0-51\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-html\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eChayote is in season September through May and usually in stores in the winter, although some stores carry them all year long. When choosing the best chayote look for one with bright green skin. The color should be even across the whole fruit. Deep grooves in the skin are okay but it should not have soft spots or bruises and wrinkles shouldn't be loose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0-53\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-html\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSmaller chayote are generally more flavorful than the larger varieties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0-55\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-html\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHow do I store chayote?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0-57\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-html\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eKeep them in the refrigerator—preferably in the crisper drawer. They are usually good for about 10 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0-59\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-html\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhat does chayote taste like? Does cooking change its flavor?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0-61\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-html\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe fruit is known for its mild flavor. It is often compared to a mix between an apple and a potato. Some even compare it to a cucumber when consumed raw.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0-63\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-html\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUsually, cooking does not change the flavor substantially, unless other ingredients are added. Cooks often add rich or spicy ingredients to it, such as cream, bacon, or red pepper flakes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"heading-toc\" id=\"recipes-and-preparation-tips\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"Indian Market","offers":[{"title":"1 lb","offer_id":44522011328769,"sku":"vch","price":2.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0676\/7984\/6657\/files\/1932_dalbertazzig_49afcc98-1913-4035-b518-cba1e7a5b48f.jpg?v=1709409621","url":"https:\/\/worldfoodsmart.com\/products\/chayote-1","provider":"instafresh","version":"1.0","type":"link"}