Chayote Squash With Red Peppers and Ginger

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This is a combination of several recipes I found. Thought it turned out well, so here it is. Great easy side dish with a little kick of spice.

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Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
30 mins
Servings:
4
Yield:
4 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon butter

  • 2 chayotes, chopped

  • ½ teaspoon white sugar

  • 4 cloves garlic, chopped

  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes

  • 1 teaspoon chopped fresh ginger

  • salt and ground black pepper to taste

Directions

  1. Heat a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter in the hot skillet, and stir chayotes, sugar, garlic, red pepper flakes, and ginger into butter. Cook, stirring frequently, until chayotes are tender, about 15 minutes; season with salt and black pepper.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

54 Calories
3g Fat
7g Carbs
1g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 54
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 3g 4%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Cholesterol 8mg 3%
Sodium 23mg 1%
Total Carbohydrate 7g 2%
Dietary Fiber 2g 7%
Total Sugars 2g
Protein 1g 2%
Vitamin C 9mg 10%
Calcium 25mg 2%
Iron 1mg 3%
Potassium 157mg 3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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