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Chayote Squash Delivery or Pickup
The Instacart guide to Chayote squash
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FAQs about Chayote squash
Chayote squash is packed with nutrients including folate, zinc, copper, manganese, and vitamin C. Vitamin C helps promote collagen production, so it helps keep skin firm. It also has plenty of fiber and vitamin K, to name a few. Fiber helps promote a healthy weight which leaves you feeling full. It's also low in fat, calories, and sodium. It contains a good amount of antioxidants which protect against cell damage, lowers stress, and reduced inflammation. It's also been studied that Chayote squash may help improve heart health risk factors and promote blood sugar control. Eating fruits and vegetables also promote healthy digestion and healthy gut bacteria.
If you're baking or stuffing the Chayote squash, leave the skin on and cut the squash in half and boil it until the flesh is tender. The white seed is also edible and has a nutty flavor. Otherwise, if the Chayote squash is being used to be part of a salad or sauteing, peel off the skin under cold water. To grill the Chayote squash, cut it in thick slices and brush with oil of your choice, grilling about two minutes on each side. In salads, cut the flesh into cubes and boil until tender. Place under cold water and add with lime juice, peppers, salt, pepper, and oil of your choice.