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Simple Chayote Squash

Simple Chayote Squash

A fresh, lively low carb side to serve with Mexican food, or any food really.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 2
Author www.miasdailydish.com

Ingredients

  • 1 large chayote squash
  • 1 small onion sliced and separated
  • 2 Tbsp butter
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp dried oregano

Instructions

  1. Hold the chayote in a paper towel or under running water and peel. All of the peel will likely not come out of the grooves, it's fine.
  2. Cut squash into quarters and remove the seed (optional). Lay flat side down on cutting board and slice a bit smaller than 1/4" thick
  3. Put a heavy frying pan over medium heat, when hot add butter and onion and half of the salt. When onions are beginning to be translucent add squash, salt and oregano to the pan.
  4. Cover pan and reduce heat to low, cooking until tender, about 10 - 12 minutes. You don't want the chayote mushy but you do want them to be tender when poked with a fork.
  5. Serve and enjoy!

Recipe Notes

Onions are high in carbohydrate so use them sparingly.