Fresh Chayote (Sayote)

Product Description

Chayote squash is small to medium in size, averaging 10-20 centimeters in length, and has a pear-like shape with deep linear indentations, folds, or puckers that run vertically along the fruit's skin that meet at its flower end. The pale green rind is thin, smooth, firm, and edible but is often discarded because of its tough nature. The creamy white flesh is crisp to starchy and becomes succulent to cottony as it matures, and the central core contains one small, edible seed. Chayote squash is crunchy and very mild with a slightly sweet taste and light notes of cucumber. The Chayote fruit is just one of the edible elements of the plant, and its tendrils, flowers, and roots are also consumed.

Nutritional Content

A single chayote squash (203 grams) provides the following nutrients : • 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 Notably, chayote is particularly 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.