2019 Trends. Vegetables. Chayote

According to Popsugar, one of the main vegetable food trends of 2019 will be the Mexican cucumber, or chayote.

Cultivation: on supports or trellises

Chayote stem length: 10-20 m

Appearance: something between a pear, potato, and avocado.

Fruit weight: 0.2-1 kg

Consumption: the fruit pulp is baked, stewed, and boiled, used in salads and pancakes, smoothies, and the seeds are eaten roasted

Health benefits: ability to regulate cholesterol levels, improve blood circulation, and lower blood sugar levels.

Interesting fact: the chayote is depicted on a Mexican coin.