• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
  • Skip to footer
The Absolute Foodie
  • All Recipes
  • About
  • Contact
menu icon
go to homepage
  • All Recipes
  • About
  • Contact
search icon
Homepage link
  • All Recipes
  • About
  • Contact
×
  • 33 Side Dishes to Serve with Naan
  • Close-up of air fryer steak bites seasoned with herbs, showing both seared exteriors and pink interiors.
    Quick and Easy Air Fryer Steak Bites
  • What to Serve with Chicken and Waffles? 28 Delicious Sides!
  • 2024 KFC Menu with Prices
  • 2024 Five Guys Menu with Prices
  • 2024 Starbucks Menu with Prices
  • Two glasses of non-alcoholic sparkling water infused with herbs and edible flowers.
    How to Craft Non-Alcoholic Drinks that Actually Taste Good
  • A person slicing tomatoes on a wooden cutting board with various vegetables nearby for mise en place.
    Mise en Place Made Easy: The Key to Becoming a Better Cook
  • Assorted easy keto substitutes including eggs, meat, nuts, dairy, and vegetables on a white background.
    Keto Made Simple: Easy Substitutes for Your Favorite Foods
  • Fresh avocados (which you can freeze), lime, and olive oil on a kitchen counter.
    Can You Freeze Avocados?
  • Whole and partially peeled garlic bulbs on a stone surface, displaying how to store garlic.
    Maximizing Shelf Life: Learn How to Store Garlic
  • What to Serve with Gumbo? 30+ Side Dishes
Home » Side Dishes » 20 Amazing Chayote Recipes

20 Amazing Chayote Recipes

Published: Oct 6, 2023 by · This post may contain affiliate links · See Privacy Policy

  • Share the Yum On Facebook

If you love the flavor of chayote squash and want to incorporate it more into your cooking, we’ve found some tasty chayote recipes that are worth trying.

Collection of top chayote recipes.

If you’re unfamiliar with chayote and its flavors, chayote is a delicious type of summer squash that is pear-shaped and has more of a fruity flavor. In fact, some call it a chayote fruit because it has more of a sweet flavor to it.

Jump to:
  • 20 Chayote Recipes
  • 1. Hot Scotch Bonnet Pepper Sauce
  • 2. Crispy Chayote Wedges
  • 3. Sauteed Chayote Squash
  • 4. Chayote Omelet
  • 5. Roasted Chayote
  • 6. Vietnamese Beef and Chayote Squash
  • 7. Stuffed Chayote Squash
  • 8. Apple Pie with Chayote Squash
  • 9. Shrimp with Chayote
  • 10. Spicy Pan Roasted Chayote Squash
  • 11. Corn and Chayote Squash Salad
  • 12. Greens and Chayote Enchiladas
  • 13. Chayote Soup with Lemongrass
  • 14. Chayote Hash
  • 15. Agua de Chayote
  • 16. Cilantro Lime Chayote
  • 17. Sauteed Chayote and Potatoes
  • 18. Chayote Curry
  • 19. Braised Chicken and Chayote
  • 20. Chayote Squash Tacos
  • The Goods
A chayote and vegetable soup on a wooden table.

Chayote can be enjoyed cooked or raw and with its mild flavor, you can incorporate it into a lot of different dishes by baking it, mashing it, grilling it, sautéing, and more.

20 Chayote Recipes

1. Hot Scotch Bonnet Pepper Sauce

If you love a sauce that has a kick to it, you will enjoy this spicy Jamaican-style hot scotch bonnet pepper sauce. It can add some extra bold and spicy flavor to any dish, with a perfect medium heat level.

Get the Recipe

2. Crispy Chayote Wedges

Serve these crispy chayote wedges with homemade avocado salsa and you have an appetizer or snack that’s delicious! The breading on these wedges is made from a mix of spices and panko breadcrumbs.

Get the Recipe

3. Sauteed Chayote Squash

This sauteed chayote squash dish is an easy-to-make side or dinner dish that you can enjoy in just under 30 minutes. Add peppers, onions, or ham for additional colors and flavor.

Get the Recipe
https://www.pinterest.com/pin/290130401011465054/

4. Chayote Omelet

A Filipino take on an omelet, this tasty breakfast is made with grated chayote, scrambled eggs, peppers, and onions. You’ll enjoy the crispy outside and the flavorful taste.

Get the Recipe

5. Roasted Chayote

Super easy to make, try some roasted chayote roasted in the oven or on the grill. This easy recipe will be the perfect side to burgers and other main dishes. It beats a traditional roasted vegetable any day!

Get the Recipe

6. Vietnamese Beef and Chayote Squash

Also known as Su Su Xao Thit Bo, this tasty dish has thinly sliced beef that is caramelized with onions, chayote, and an oyster sauce. This easy stir fry is full of flavor, nutrition, and delicious.

Get the Recipe

7. Stuffed Chayote Squash

Filled with meat, grains, and flavor, this stuffed chayote squash will make a delicious dish that no chayote lover will be able to resist.

Get the Recipe

8. Apple Pie with Chayote Squash

A keto-friendly dessert that uses chayote squash instead of apples, this low-carb dish has a keto cream cheese crust and a filling that is nothing short of delicious.

Get the Recipe

9. Shrimp with Chayote

Brazilian flavors come to the dinner table with this tasty shrimp and chayote dish. It’s a tasty recipe that’s easy to make, delicious, and filling. Serve over noodles for a wholly satisfying meal!

Get the Recipe

10. Spicy Pan Roasted Chayote Squash

Add a bit of spicy flavor to dinner with this pan-roasted squash. Ready to eat in 20 minutes, this vegetarian side dish is delicious, has a medium-high heat, and is easy to make.

Get the Recipe

11. Corn and Chayote Squash Salad

Tossed with a basil vinaigrette, this corn and chayote squash salad will make a delicious side dish, snack, or light meal everyone in the family can enjoy. Packed with fiber and vitamin C!

Get the Recipe

12. Greens and Chayote Enchiladas

These enchiladas are filled with a mix of blanched season chard and diced chayote and then covered with tomatillo salsa. It’s a light and satisfying dish that’s great for dinner.

Get the Recipe

13. Chayote Soup with Lemongrass

Simple and nutritious, this soup is full of flavor from the chayote, carrot, and tofu, and will be the perfect way to warm up during to ocooler months.

Get the Recipe

14. Chayote Hash

Quick, easy to prep, and delicious, this hash is made with chayote squash, and you have the option to make a variety of different variations. Add some extra veggies to give it more flavor and texture. Serve over rice for a cozy meal!

Get the Recipe

15. Agua de Chayote

If you’re looking for a refreshing drink, you’ll enjoy this Agua de Chayote. It only takes a few minutes to whip up and you’ll enjoy the fresh flavors of the limes and chayote.

Get the Recipe

16. Cilantro Lime Chayote

A crunchy and vibrant slaw that brings together the flavors of thin slices of chayote squash, cabbage, carrots, and jalapenos. Perfect for topping off your tacos or to enjoy as a healthy side dish.

Get the Recipe

17. Sauteed Chayote and Potatoes

Create a dish full of flavor with this easy recipe. You’ll enjoy the flavors of sauteed potatoes and chayote as a side dish with any meal.

Get the Recipe

18. Chayote Curry

You’ll love this filling and flavorful chayote curry. It’s an easy to prepare dish and is full of Jamaican flavors.

Get the Recipe

19. Braised Chicken and Chayote

Ready to serve up a delicious dinner dish that no one can resist? This braised chicken and chayote skillet meal is the perfect dinner idea. Grab that large skillet and get cooking!

Get the Recipe

20. Chayote Squash Tacos

Made with an heirloom tomato salsa, these chayote squash tacos will be a great alternative to Taco Tuesday. The tacos are loaded with veggies and are full of flavor.

Get the Recipe

The Goods

A chayote and vegetable soup on a wooden table.

20 Chayote Recipes

We appreciate you taking the time to rate!

5 from 1 vote
If you love chayote squash and want to incorporate it more into your cooking, here are some chayote recipes that are worth trying.
Course Appetizer, Lunch, Main Course, Sauce, Side Dish
Cuisine International

Recipes

  • Hot Scotch Bonnet Pepper Sauce
  • Crispy Chayote Wedges
  • Sauteed Chayote Squash
  • Chayote Omelet
  • Roasted Chayote
  • Vietnamese Beef and Chayote Squash
  • Stuffed Chayote Squash
  • Apple Pie with Chayote Squash
  • Shrimp with Chayote
  • Spicy Pan Roasted Chayote Squash
  • Corn and Chayote Squash Salad
  • Greens and Chayote Enchiladas
  • Chayote Soup with Lemongrass
  • Chayote Hash
  • Agua de Chayote
  • Cilantro Lime Chayote
  • Sauteed Chayote and Potatoes
  • Chayote Curry
  • Braised Chicken and Chayote
  • Chayote Squash Tacos

Instructions

  • Choose a recipe to try.
  • Gather the ingredients needed.
  • Cook and enjoy!

More Side Dishes

  • What to Eat with Hummus
  • A plate of meat with savory sauce and delicious steak toppings.
    20+ Flavorful Steak Toppings to Elevate Your Dinner Game
  • A white bowl with onions, cilantro, and sumac recipes in it.
    20 Delicious Sumac Recipes
  • Two bowls of spicy pumpkin soup surrounded by pumpkins.
    20 Best Spicy Pumpkin Recipes

Reader Interactions

5 from 1 vote (1 rating without comment)

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Recipe Rating




 

Primary Sidebar

Welcome!

Whether you're pondering tonight's dinner or passionate about expanding your culinary knowledge, you've found the perfect spot.

Learn more about Me..

Trending Categories

  • Dinner Recipes
  • Sauces and Dips
  • Low Carb and Keto Recipes
  • Side Dishes

Footer

Privacy Policy |Accessibility Statement

Some stock photos used on this site are courtesy of Depositphotos.

Copyright © 2024 The Absolute Foodie | As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

Rate This Recipe

Your vote:




A rating is required
A name is required
An email is required

Recipe Ratings without Comment

Something went wrong. Please try again.