Chayote dal - in which the juicy pear-like squash softens and melds into dal, adding an interesting counterpoint to the legume's mealiness.

Relish with garden fresh heirloom tomatoes and peppers along with a few splashes of vinegar and other ingredients.

Andouille Sausage Dog with Collard Greens Chow Chow

Collard Green Chow Chow aka Southern Vegetable Relish

Indian vegetarian thali: rice with masoor dal tadka, chayote raita, amaranth leaves stir fry, and pomegranate coconut salad.

Country-style pork ribs are grilled up with sweet potatoes and garnished with a slightly sweet chow chow of corn, onions, and peppers.

This chayote stew cooks in just a few minutes and lets the chayote's fruitiness shine. It doesn't get easier than this!

Healthy and delicious South Indian chayote squash and lentils curry with coconut and spices

Everybody loves a deviled egg or two. Below is a basic recipe. Top it with a little pickled veggies or relish.

Chutney made with chayote and it's a healthy side dish for idly or dosa

Black-Eyed Pea Hummus with Tomato Chow-Chow. Delicious, light easy appetizer with fresh vegetables or pita.

A mildly spiced chayote squash curry flavored with coconut.

Plantain and cho cho (Chayote) curry makes a light lunch that's also filling too.

Healthy and quick Chow Chow Poriyal (Thoran) / Vegan Chayote Squash Stir-fry.

Tangy homemade chow chow slaw makes the perfect topping for grilled sausage.

Boston Butt BBQ with homemade Chow Chow

A simple and delicious curry, mildly flavored and very healthy, can have it as a salad.

Chayote squash buttermilk stew, goes very well with rice and is light.

Homemade piccalilli relish: can it or store it in the refrigerator, but take it to your next barbecue

Old fashioned chow-chow. A perfect way to put the garden's bounty in a jar.