The chayote is a fruit native to Mexico and Central America. The fruit comes from a plant where the stems are several meters long. The chayote is a squash about ten centimeters long and can weigh up to 2 kilos. Its shape imitates that of the pear. The chayote is in the fruit family, but is used as a vegetable.
TARGET CUSTOMER: CARIBEAN & HISPANIC
PALLETIZING :
54
PLU :
4761
OPTIMAL TEMPERATURE FOR CONSERVATION :
10 °C - 12 °C
NUTRITIONAL VALUE
The chayote contains vitamin C, K and B6. The chayote also contains small amounts of calcium, zinc and iron.
HOW TO EAT IT
When ripe, the chayote is eaten in gratins, in salads, in quiche, or even stuffed. Chayote is delicious and can be used in many dishes. Let your imagination run wild!
Canadawide est une entreprise dirigée par la famille Pitsikoulis depuis sa création en 1983. Sans jamais oublier ses racines, l’entreprise a su croître et se tailler une solide réputation sur le marché tout en conservant un mode de gestion familiale.