Calabacitas con Elote (Zucchini with Corn)

Calabacitas con Elote (Zucchini with Corn)
  • PREP TIME
    20 mins
  • COOK TIME
    35 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    55 mins
  • SERVING
    6 People
  • VIEWS
    409

Experience the vibrant flavors of Mexico with this simple yet satisfying Calabacitas con Elote! Tender zucchini and sweet corn mingle with aromatic onions, garlic, and a hint of spicy poblano pepper, creating a delightful side dish or light meal.

Ingridients

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    18 g
  • Cholesterol
    6 mg
  • Fiber
    4 g
  • Protein
    5 g
  • Saturated Fat
    2 g
  • Sodium
    83 mg
  • Sugar
    5 g
  • Fat
    5 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View Gather all the necessary ingredients.

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Recipe View Place the corn kernels in a saucepan and cover them with water. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium, cover, and cook until the corn is tender, about 10 minutes.

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Recipe View Drain the cooked corn thoroughly.

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Recipe View Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic and cook, stirring occasionally, until the onion becomes translucent, approximately 5 minutes.

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Recipe View Add the sliced zucchini and chopped tomatoes to the skillet. Cook and stir for about 5 minutes, allowing the vegetables to soften slightly.

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Recipe View Stir in the cooked corn kernels, chopped poblano pepper, salt, and pepper. Cover the skillet and continue to cook until the zucchini is tender, around 10 minutes.

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Recipe View Sprinkle the dish with crumbled cotija cheese just before serving. Enjoy!

For a richer flavor, consider using butter instead of olive oil.
If you prefer a milder dish, remove the seeds and veins from the poblano pepper more thoroughly, or substitute with a bell pepper.
To make it a main course, add grilled chicken or shrimp.
Serve with warm tortillas for a complete and satisfying meal.

Dallin Ritchie

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.6/ 5 ( 136 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (6)
  • Faye Mertz

    This is a great way to use up all the zucchini from my garden.

  • Geovanni Thiel

    The cotija cheese is a must! It adds the perfect salty touch.

  • Lance Rippin

    I added a can of diced tomatoes with green chilies for extra flavor and spice.

  • Mireya Tromp

    I made this recipe for a Mexican-themed potluck, and it was a huge hit!

  • Marco Ullrich

    This recipe is so easy and delicious! My family loved it!

  • Patrick Reichel

    I love how quick and simple this recipe is to make.

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