Southwestern Squash Saute Recipe

Name: Southwestern Squash Saute
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons olive oil; 1 medium onion, diced; kosher salt; 1 medium red bell pepper, diced; 2 -3 small zucchini or 2 -3 small summer squash, cut in medium dice (1/3 inch, about 1 lb.); 1 large ear of corn, kernels cut from the cob; 1 -2 small jalapeno, seeded and minced; ground pepper; ½ teaspoon ground cumin; 1 -2 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro; 12 lime

Servings: persons

3 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium onion, diced
kosher salt
1 medium red bell pepper, diced
2 -3 small zucchini or 2 -3 small summer squash, cut in medium dice (1/3 inch, about 1 lb.)
1 large ear of corn, kernels cut from the cob
1 -2 small jalapeno, seeded and minced
ground pepper
½ teaspoon ground cumin
1 -2 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
12 lime

1
Set a large skillet over med-high heat.
2
When hot, add 2 T.oil and let it heat.
3
Add the onion, season with a little salt, and saute until translucent, about 2 minutes.
4
Add the diced red pepper and a little more salt and saute for another 1 to 2 minutes.
5
Transfer the pepper and and onion mixture to a bowl or a plate.
6
Turn the heat to high, add one more T.oil and the squash.
7
Season with salt and saute for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring only occasionally, so that it begins to brown lightly and the flesh turns slightly translucent and is tender (do not over cook).
8
Put the peppers and onions back in the pan, and the corn, garlic and chilies, season again with salt and saute a few minutes more.
9
Season with a few grinds of pepper, and the cumin.
10
Toss in the cilantro, squeeze the lime overall, toss and serve.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 tablespoons olive oil, 1 medium onion, diced, kosher salt, 1 medium red bell pepper, diced, and more.

Yes, Southwestern Squash Saute falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Southwestern Squash Saute

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Variations & substitutions

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