Try this homemade Calabacitas recipe the whole family will love. Made with olive oil, onions, garlic and zucchini. Easy step-by-step instructions included.
This Calabacitas relies on simple, everyday ingredients such as olive oil, each onions chopped, each garlic cloves, minced and each zucchini small, diced. It comes together quickly and makes 4 servings, at about 372 kcal each. The step-by-step instructions below are written to be easy to follow, even on a busy day.
It's versatile enough for an easy weeknight dinner yet satisfying enough for guests at the weekend. Serve it with your favorite sides, and keep any leftovers for a quick meal the next day.
Updated Jun 30, 2026