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Pumpkin Salad (1 PT)

Serves: 4 people

Recipe Ingredients

1 cup 237mlPumpkin - peeled and cut in 1/2" dice
1 cup 237mlChayote squash - peeled and cut in 1/2" dice
1 cup 62g / 2.2ozFresh corn kernels (approx. 1 large ear)
2 tablespoons 30mlLime juice
1 tablespoon 15mlSeasoned rice vinegar
2   Fresh green chilies (approx. 1/4 cup) - roasted and chopped
1/2 cup 31g / 1.1ozGreen onions - chopped
1 tablespoon 15mlFresh cilantro - minced

Recipe Instructions

In a large saucepan with a steamer insert, steam the pumpkin and chayote for 2 minutes. Add the corn and continue to steam for 2 to 3 minutes, or until all the vegetables are just tender.

In a medium bowl, combine the lime juice and vinegar. Add the pumpkin, chayote, corn, chilies, onions, and cilantro. Toss well and serve at room temperature or chilled.

Per serving (3/4 Cup): 66.3 cals; 0.5g total fat; 0mg chol; 15.9g carb; 2.6g fiber; 2.4g protein; 4mg sodium

MC Formatted and WW Pointed by Mary [[email protected]]

Source:
Eat More, Weigh Less by Dean Ornish, MD

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