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Sweet Potato & Chayote Squash

Cultural Context

Originating from the diverse agricultural landscapes of the United States, the combination of sweet potatoes and chayote squash reflects a blend of Native American and Mexican culinary traditions. This dish celebrates the natural sweetness of the vegetables, often enjoyed as a hearty side or a vegetarian main. Today, it is embraced in various adaptations across North America, highlighting seasonal produce and healthy eating.

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30 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 lbs white sweet potato
1/2 cup almonds
1 medium red onion
1 medium orange bell pepper
2 medium chayote squash
2 cups vegetable broth
2 tablespoons coconut oil
1 teaspoon oregano
1 teaspoon Himalayan rock salt

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

1

Heat a 12-inch skillet over medium heat.

2

Add 1.5 teaspoons of coconut oil and let it warm up.

3

Add chayote squash to the skillet and cook for 7-8 minutes until slightly softened.

4

Add white sweet potato to the skillet and stir every couple of minutes, cooking for an additional 8-10 minutes until the sweet potato softens.

5

Add chopped red onion and orange bell pepper to the skillet and cook for 5 minutes until softened and colorful.

6

Pour in 1 cup of vegetable broth and stir to combine.

7

Add oregano to taste, ensuring it lightly coats the vegetables without overwhelming them.

8

Add Himalayan rock salt to taste, stirring to incorporate.

9

Cook for an additional 8-9 minutes until the broth is mostly evaporated and the vegetables are soft.

10

Remove roasted almonds from the oven and sprinkle them over the dish before serving.

Equipment Needed

baking sheetlarge bowlsmall saucepan

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetariangluten-freedairy-free

Also Known As

Sweet Potato & Chayote Quash

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