Description
A vibrant and flavorful dish of sautéed zucchini and sweet corn, perfect as a side or main course.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium zucchini, sliced
- 1 cup corn (fresh or frozen)
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 medium tomato, diced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Zucchini: Wash and trim the zucchini, then slice them into thin half-moon shapes.
- Heat the Olive Oil: In a large skillet over medium heat, pour in the olive oil and let it warm.
- Sauté the Onion: Add the diced onion and sauté for about 3 minutes until translucent.
- Add the Zucchini: Toss in the zucchini slices and cook for another 5 minutes until they start to soften.
- Mix in Corn and Tomato: Introduce corn and diced tomato along with garlic powder, cumin, salt, and pepper; stir to combine.
- Continue Cooking: Cook for an additional 5–7 minutes until zucchini is tender and all ingredients meld together.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat and sprinkle with cilantro if desired, then serve hot.
Notes
For a smoky flavor, substitute fresh tomato with fire-roasted canned tomatoes. This dish can also be made ahead by prepping the vegetables in advance.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg