2. Chayote
This exotic fruit is a member of the same family as melons, squash, gourds and cucumbers. The light green color and shape is similar to a pear, but the texture is far closer to an Asian pear or water chestnut. While you might not eat chayote raw (although you totally could) there are tons of ways to use it in recipes as well. It is extremely versatile—it’s great in jams, it can be boiled or it’s tasty fried. Check out these yummy recipes to learn how you can use chayote in your cooking. And why do you want to cook with chayote? Well, this fruit happens to be a good source of dietary fiber, potassium and vitamin C.
