A Mexican zucchini and corn skillet with tomato, onion, mild chile, fresh herbs, and a little cheese for a soft savory finish.
12 min prep 18 min cook
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Cut the zucchini into large half moons, dice the tomatoes, and chop the onion and green peppers small.
Soften the onion and green peppers in olive oil for 5 minutes.
Add the garlic and tomatoes, and cook for 4 minutes until saucy.
Add the zucchini, corn, salt, and black pepper to the pan.
Cook the calabacitas over medium-high heat for 8 to 9 minutes, keeping the zucchini slightly firm.
Crumble the white cheese and chop the fresh cilantro.
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.
Approximate vitamin / mineral assessment based on the recipe's ingredients. For precise nutrition tracking, consult a doctor or dietitian.
~245
kcal calories
9
g protein
26
g carbs
12
g 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.
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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