Directions:
- Peel, pit and quarter chayote, then cut into 1/2-inch pieces.
- Cook scallions, garlic, and chili in butter in a heavy 3 quart saucepan over moderately low heat, stirring, until softened.
- Stir in allspice and cumin; cook 1 minute.
- Add chayote, oregano and half of the cilantro and cook, stirring, for 2 minutes.
- Add chicken broth and simmer, covered, until chayotes are very tender, about 20 minutes.
- Remove from heat and discard chili pepper.
- Stir in remaining cilantro.
- Purée soup in a blender until smooth.
- Season to taste with salt and pepper.
Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per 1 Serving | |||
| Calories | 61.12 Kcal (256 kJ) | ||
| Calories from fat | 13.8 Kcal | ||
| % Daily Value* | |||
| Total Fat | 1.53g | 2% | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cholesterol | 3.82mg | 1% | |
| Sodium | 437.04mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 381.23mg | 8% | |
| Total Carbs | 10.7g | 4% | |
| Sugars | 4.15g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.06g | 16% | |
| Protein | 2.24g | 4% | |
| Vitamin C | 40mg | 67% | |
| Iron | 0.5mg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 52.6mg | 5% | |
| Amount Per 100 g | |||
| Calories | 19.69 Kcal (82 kJ) | ||
| Calories from fat | 4.45 Kcal | ||
| % Daily Value* | |||
| Total Fat | 0.49g | 2% | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cholesterol | 1.23mg | 1% | |
| Sodium | 140.77mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 122.79mg | 8% | |
| Total Carbs | 3.45g | 4% | |
| Sugars | 1.34g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.31g | 16% | |
| Protein | 0.72g | 4% | |
| Vitamin C | 12.9mg | 67% | |
| Iron | 0.2mg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 16.9mg | 5% | |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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