Pickled Chayote Salad with Apple and Radishes
This tasty chayote squash salad with crispy apple, pickled onions, and salty feta creates a perfect light meal or side dish for the whole family!
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 131kcal
Ingredients
- 3 chayotes
- 3 tablespoons vinegar
- 3/4 teaspoon sea salt , or to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper , or to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- Pinch of sugar , or to taste
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/2 red onion , thinly sliced
- 1 red apple , sliced
- 4 oz. (120g) radishes
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
NOTES:
- Adapted from “Pati’s Mexican Table” by Pati Jinich
Instructions
- Place the chayotes in a large pot, cover with water, and bring to a boil. Simmer for 25-30 minutes over medium heat, until the chayotes can be pierced with a fork, but are still firm. Drain and let cool.
- In a large bowl, mix together the vinegar, salt, pepper, oregano, and sugar. Slowly whisk in the olive oil in a thin stream until the vinaigrette is emulsified. Add the red onion and let sit for 10 minutes.
- Peel the chayotes, cut in half lengthwise, and remove the seeds. Cut into slices.
- Toss the chayote slices, apple, radishes, and cilantro with the vinaigrette. Finally, add the crumbled feta and toss gently. Serve immediately.
Nutrition
Calories: 131kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 2.1g | Fat: 9.6g | Cholesterol: 5.6mg | Sodium: 354.5mg | Sugar: 5.9g