How To Make Calabacitas: A Delicious And Healthy Mexican Dish

Introduction

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons of olive oil
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 4 zucchinis, diced
• 1 can of corn (15 oz)
• 1 can of diced tomatoes (14 oz)
• 1 jalapeño, seeded and diced (optional)
• 1 teaspoon of salt
• 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon of cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon of chili powder
• 1/2 cup of shredded cheese (optional)

Instructions

1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
2. Add the onion and garlic, and sauté for 2-3 minutes until the onion is translucent.
3. Add the zucchini and sauté for another 5-7 minutes until the zucchini is tender.
4. Add the corn, diced tomatoes, and jalapeño (if using) to the skillet.
5. Season with salt, black pepper, cumin, and chili powder.
6. Stir everything together and let it cook for another 5-7 minutes until everything is heated through.
7. If you want to add cheese, sprinkle it on top of the hot calabacitas and let it melt.
8. Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Information

• Calories: 115
• Protein: 3 grams
• Carbohydrates: 17 grams
• Fiber: 3 grams
• Sugar: 7 grams
• Fat: 5 grams
• Saturated Fat: 1 gram
• Cholesterol: 4 milligrams
• Sodium: 472 milligrams
• Calcium: 77 milligrams
• Iron: 1 milligram
• Potassium: 484 milligrams
• Vitamin A: 853 IU
• Vitamin C: 33 milligrams
• Vitamin D: 0 IU
• Vitamin E: 1 milligram
• Vitamin K: 18 micrograms

Conclusion