For a richer flavor, use homemade chicken stock instead of bouillon. Adjust the amount of crushed red pepper flakes to your preferred level of spiciness. The soup can be served hot or cold. If serving cold, chill for at least 2 hours before serving. A swirl of cream or a dollop of sour cream can be added as a garnish for extra richness, though it's delicious without! Store leftover soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Chayote Soup
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PREP TIME30 mins
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COOK TIME30 mins
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TOTAL TIME1 hrs
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SERVING4 People
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VIEWS241
This deceptively light chayote soup offers a surprising depth of flavor, mimicking the richness of a cream-based soup without the cream. A touch of spice and the bright herbaceousness of cilantro elevate this simple soup into something truly special. Preparing it a day ahead allows the flavors to meld and intensify.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate8 g
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Cholesterol8 mg
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Fiber2 g
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Protein2 g
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Saturated Fat2 g
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Sodium604 mg
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Sugar3 g
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Fat3 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
DIRECTIONS
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01 Step
Recipe View 5 mins Dissolve the crumbled chicken bouillon cubes in 2 cups of hot water. Set aside. (2 minutes)
02 Step
Recipe View 7 mins Melt 1 tablespoon of unsalted butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the minced yellow onion, minced garlic, and crushed red pepper flakes. Cook and stir until the onion is softened and translucent. (5 minutes)
03 Step
Recipe View 5 mins Add the peeled and diced chayote squash, 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh cilantro, salt, and ground black pepper to the saucepan. Stir continually for 5 minutes to coat the squash with the aromatics and butter. (5 minutes)
04 Step
Recipe View 20 mins Stir in the bouillon mixture and remaining 1 tablespoon of cilantro, cover the saucepan, and reduce heat to low. Simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the chayote squash is tender. (25 minutes)
05 Step
Recipe View Carefully transfer the soup in batches to a blender, filling it no more than halfway each time. Secure the lid and hold it down with a potholder. Pulse a few times before blending continuously until smooth. Pour the puréed soup into a separate pot. Repeat with the remaining soup. (10 minutes)
06 Step
Recipe View Pour the soup into bowls and garnish with a sprig of fresh cilantro to serve.
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Garfield Dickinson
Jun 23, 2025The red pepper flakes add just the right amount of heat. My family loved it!
Armand Gutkowski
Apr 23, 2025So creamy and delicious! I will definitely be making this again and again!
Madilyn Turner
Jun 24, 2024This soup is amazing! I never thought chayote could taste so good.
Rafaela Buckridge
Dec 21, 2023I made this ahead of time as suggested, and the flavors really melded together. So easy to prep too.
Anastasia Green
Sep 27, 2023I added a squeeze of lime at the end, as suggested, and it really made a difference.