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Sebzeli Güveç
Easy 1 hr 40 min~190 kcal 5/10
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Calabacitas
A Mexican zucchini and corn skillet with tomato, onion, mild chile, fresh herbs, and a little cheese for a soft savory finish.
Easy⏱️ 30 min📖 1 min readServes 4~245 kcal🇲🇽 Mexican🌍 Full translation
12 min prep 18 min cook
- #Under 30 min
- Vegetarian
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Timeline
Total 30 min- Prep12 min
- Cooking18 min
Ingredients
4 servings
Quick:
For the vegetables
- 4 Zucchini
- 1.5 cup(~300 ml) Corn
- 2 Tomatoes
- 1 Onion
- 2 Green peppers
- 2 clove Garlic
- 3 tbsp(~45 ml) Olive oil
For serving
- 120 g White cheese
- 0.3 bunch Fresh cilantro
- 2 Lavash
General
- 0.8 tsp(~4 ml) Salt
- 0.3 tsp(~1.5 ml) Black pepper
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Instructions
- 1
Cut the zucchini into large half moons, dice the tomatoes, and chop the onion and green peppers small.
- 2
Soften the onion and green peppers in olive oil for 5 minutes.
5 min05:00 - 3
Add the garlic and tomatoes, and cook for 4 minutes until saucy.
4 min04:00 - 4
Add the zucchini, corn, salt, and black pepper to the pan.
- 5
Cook the calabacitas over medium-high heat for 8 to 9 minutes, keeping the zucchini slightly firm.
9 min09:00 - 6
Crumble the white cheese and chop the fresh cilantro.
- 7
Transfer the vegetables to a plate and serve with cheese, cilantro, and lavash.
💡 Tip: Do not cut the zucchini too small; slim Turkish-market zucchini soften quickly, and large half moons give better texture.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve calabacitas as a vegetable main with white cheese, fresh cilantro, and optional lavash.
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Approximate vitamin / mineral assessment based on the recipe's ingredients. For precise nutrition tracking, consult a doctor or dietitian.
- Vitamin C
Nutrition (per serving)
~245
kcal calories
9
g protein
26
g carbs
12
g fat
Protein 15%Carbs 42%Fat 43%
11.2g
Sugar
5g
Fiber
911.9mg
Sodium
6.2g
Saturated fat
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
Estimated satiety (per serving)
5/10Moderate satiety, fine between meals
This recipe may contain allergens
- Milk
- Gluten
Allergens are derived automatically from the ingredient list, covering the main groups of the EU-14 food allergen standard (gluten, milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, seafood, sesame, celery, mustard). Cross-contamination (shared kitchen equipment, shared surfaces) isn't tracked, if you have a serious allergy, review the full ingredient list yourself and ask about preparation.
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FAQ
How many servings does Calabacitas make?
This recipe serves 4.How long does Calabacitas take?
Prep 12 minutes, cooking 18 minutes; 30 minutes in total.Is Calabacitas difficult?
This recipe is rated easy.How many calories does Calabacitas have?
Approximately 245 kcal per serving. Protein: 9g, carbs: 26g, fat: 12g.Which allergens does Calabacitas contain?
This recipe contains Milk, Gluten. Check it against your dietary needs.Which cuisine does Calabacitas belong to?
This recipe belongs to Mexican cuisine.How many ingredients does Calabacitas need?
This recipe needs 12 ingredients.Is Calabacitas filling?
Satiety bar per serving is 5/10; moderately filling, suitable between meals. The score is based on protein, fiber and the satiety index.
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