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Cast iron skillet containing cooked calabacitas

Authentic New Mexico Calabacitas

Calabacitas are the perfect side dish your favorite Mexican or New Mexican cuisine. Naturally dairy-free and vegan, this recipe can be shared with people from a variety of dietary backgrounds.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine Mexican, New Mexican
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tbsp olive oil extra virgin
  • 2 medium zucchini, sliced thinly OR 1 zucchini and 1 yellow summer squash
  • ½ medium onion, diced
  • ⅔ cup frozen corn
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1 4 oz can Hatch green chile OR 1 jalapeno, finely diced
  • ½ tsp salt plus more to taste
  • ¼ tsp pepper

Instructions
 

  • Add the olive oil to a large skillet and preheat over medium-high heat.
  • Add the zucchini and diced onion and reduce heat to medium. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 8-10 minutes or until fork tender and slightly translucent.
  • Add the frozen corn and garlic. Continue to cook for another 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Add the green chile, salt, and pepper and give it a good stir. Allow to cook for 30 seconds, just enough to heat the chile through.
  • Remove from heat and serve immediately.
Keyword Dairy-free, Easy, Egg-free, Quick, Simple, summer, Vegan, zucchini
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