Chayote and Arugula Salad with Avocados, Pepitas and Lime Vinaigrette
Chayote squash is a fruit we eat like a vegetable which is common in Mexico eaten raw in salads or cooked.Yield: 4 servings
Active Time: 25 minutes
Start to Finish: 25 minutes
For this recipe you’ll need:
2 chayote squash, peeled and cut into julienne
4 cups arugula
4 radishes, thinly sliced
For the vinaigrette:
1 lime, zested
3 tablespoons lime juice
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon agave nectar or honey
1/3 to 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, rough chopped
Salt and pepper to taste
1/2 avocado, medium dice
1/3 cup pepitas, toasted
In a large salad bowl, toss together the chayote squash, arugula and radishes.
To prepare the vinaigrette, whisk together the lime zest, lime juice and agave nectar or honey in a small bowl. Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while whisking. Stir in the cilantro, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
Add enough vinaigrette to the salad to lightly coat, and toss. Gently fold in the diced avocado, and top with the pepitas.