Filled Chipotle Flavored Chayote Squash

• 2 chayote squash large, peeled and cut into halves
• salt and ground black pepper
• 1 zucchini cubed
• 1 carrot cubed
• cooking spray
• 3 tablespoons onion finely chopped
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
• 1 tablespoon chipotle salsa
• 4 pieces panela cheese may substitute mozzarella
• cheese Melting, such as mozzarella, shredded

1. Boil the squash in water with a little salt until softened. Remove from pan, rinse with cold water, and let cool.
2. Use a spoon to remove the flesh from the squash, leaving the rind intact. Set aside to use in another recipe.
3. Spritz a skillet with cooking spray and saute the onion and the carrot. When the onion changes in color, add the garlic salt and the zucchini, along with 1/4 cup water.
4. Cover the skillet and let cook 3 minutes, until the vegetables become tender and absorb the water.
5. Taste for seasoning, adding salt and pepper if necessary. Add the chipotle and cook for 2 more minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
6. Place a piece of cheese in the bottom of each chayote half. Place the vegetable mixture on top and sprinkle with cheese.
7. Serve.

salt, zucchini, carrot, cooking spray, onion, garlic salt, chipotle salsa, panela cheese, cheese melting

Taken from www.yummly.com/recipe/Filled-Chipotle-Flavored-Chayote-Squash-531471 (may not work)