several aspects of human health.
From improving heart health to supporting digestion and immune function, chayote contains a variety of vitamins, minerals, and plant compounds that contribute to overall wellness.
I first discovered chayote at a local Latin market. I had no idea what it was—pale green, wrinkled, shaped like a pear that had been squeezed. The woman at the counter saw me staring and said, “You cook it like squash. Very good for you.”
I bought one. I sautéed it with garlic and onions. I took abite. It was
