Stir-Fried Zucchini With Corn and Sweet Bell Pepper
Description:
This delightful dish is a fusion of Northeastern flair with Southwestern seasoning, bringing together the best of both culinary worlds. Perfect for any time of year, it utilizes fresh corn during the growing season and seamlessly transitions to canned corn when fresh isn’t available. Bursting with flavor and freshness, it’s a dish that’s both comforting and exciting.
Recipe Category: Corn 🌽
Keywords: Vegetable 🥦, Low Protein, Low Cholesterol, < 30 Mins ⏱️, Stir Fry 🍳, Inexpensive 💰
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 219.1
- Fat Content: 8.4g
- Saturated Fat Content: 1.2g
- Cholesterol Content: 0mg
- Sodium Content: 309.8mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 35.8g
- Fiber Content: 5.7g
- Sugar Content: 6.2g
- Protein Content: 6.3g
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 | Onion |
| 2 tbsp | Olive Oil |
| 2 cloves | Garlic |
| 1 | Red Bell Pepper |
| 1 tsp | Ground Cumin |
| 1/4 tsp | Hot Red Pepper Flakes |
| 3 | Zucchini |
| 1/2 tsp | Salt |
| 1 1/2 cups | Corn Kernels |
| 1 tbsp | Fresh Lime Juice |
| 1 tbsp | Lemon Juice |
Cooking Time:
- Preparation: 10 minutes ⏲️
- Cooking: 15 minutes ⏲️
- Total: 25 minutes ⏲️
Instructions:
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Preparation:
- Peel and chop the onion into thin slices.
- Mince the garlic cloves.
- Deseed the red bell pepper and cut it into thin strips.
- Slice the zucchini into rounds.
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Cooking:
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over moderate heat.
- Add the chopped onion and sauté until softened and just beginning to caramelize around the edges, approximately 3 minutes.
- Stir in the minced garlic and sliced red bell pepper. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, or until the peppers begin to soften.
- Sprinkle in the ground cumin and hot red pepper flakes, stirring continuously for 1 minute to release their aromatic flavors.
- Add the sliced zucchini to the skillet, seasoning with salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the zucchini is tender yet still retains its firmness, approximately 3-5 minutes.
- Incorporate the corn kernels into the skillet, stirring frequently until heated through, about 2 minutes.
- Finally, sprinkle the dish with freshly squeezed lime juice, ensuring all ingredients are evenly coated.
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Serving:
- Transfer the stir-fried zucchini with corn and sweet bell pepper to a serving dish.
- Serve hot or at room temperature, allowing the vibrant flavors to tantalize your taste buds with each delightful bite.
This Stir-Fried Zucchini With Corn and Sweet Bell Pepper recipe is a testament to the harmonious blend of flavors and textures, offering a wholesome and satisfying meal that’s both easy to prepare and bursting with nutritional goodness. Whether enjoyed as a standalone dish or served alongside your favorite main course, it’s sure to become a beloved staple in your culinary repertoire.
