Stuffed Chayote

Stuffed Chayote is a versatile dish where the mild, crisp gourd is hollowed out and filled with a savory mixture, commonly featuring cheese, ground meat, or rice. It is a popular comfort food in many Latin American and Caribbean cuisines, often baked or simmered until tender.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

The dish is a balanced source of complex carbohydrates from the chayote and filling, with moderate protein if using meat or cheese, and generally low fat unless prepared with added oils or fatty meats. It provides a good amount of dietary fiber, vitamin C, and potassium, with a typical serving ranging from 200 to 350 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	280 kcal
Protein	12 g
Carbs	35 g
Fat	10 g
Fiber	6 g
Sugar	5 g
Sodium	450 mg
Vitamin C	25 mg
Potassium	450 mg
Folate	60 mcg
Vitamin K	15 mcg
Manganese	0.3 mg
Vitamin B6	0.2 mg
Magnesium	30 mg
Phosphorus	80 mg

Per 1 stuffed chayote (approximately 300 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Chayote is nutritionally unique as a very low-calorie vegetable that is also a good source of folate and antioxidants. Culturally, the dish showcases the adaptability of this gourd, which is a staple in many tropical diets and can be prepared in dozens of ways.