The chayote is an old acquaintance found in many cultures around the world. Its humble origin lies in the deep forests of Central America. Sechium edule is a true New World squash that has the ...

For this delicious recipe, chef Daniel Boulud quickly cooks scallop slices, then serves them with a rich, tangy avocado-tomatillo sauce and Indian-spiced hearts of palm (we substitute chayote, which ...

This variation of traditional kkakdugi kimchi replaces Korean radish with chayote, which is just as crunchy but with a little added sweetness. Chayote kimchi works well as a crisp and spicy side dish.

Chayote squash has just the right texture for shredding into a crunchy and refreshing slaw that’s great by itself, piled onto a barbecue sandwich or folded into a meaty taco. Instructions: Shred the ...

This recipe for Mirliton Relish came from Bon Appetit magazine.Mirliton Relish Makes 10 servings 3 1/2 pounds chayote squash (about 6 large), peeled, seeded, cut into 1/3-inch dice (8 cups) 1 1/2 cups ...

Mary Samuels recently wrote to ask about chayote squash and the best ways to prepare it. 1. Heat oil in medium skillet over medium heat. Add onion and cook stirring until slightly softened, about 3 ...

Kale is so 2013. Cauliflower has had its day in the sun. The vegetable that has people and Pinterest buzzing is chayote squash, pronounced "chah-yo-tay." Chayote, also known as mirliton squash or ...