Brighten up your mealtime with this vibrant and nutritious Black Bean Succotash, a quick and easy recipe that’s bursting with fresh vegetables and bold flavors. Perfect as a side dish or a hearty plant-based main, this succotash combines tender black beans, crisp zucchini, sweet corn kernels, and juicy cherry tomatoes, all sautéed with fragrant garlic, ground cumin, and paprika for a smoky touch. A squeeze of fresh lime juice and a sprinkle of cilantro provide a zesty finish, making every bite refreshing and satisfying. Ready in just 30 minutes, this one-skillet dish is as convenient as it is colorful, and it's naturally gluten-free, vegan, and packed with protein and fiber. Whether served on its own or spooned over your favorite grain, this wholesome succotash is a versatile addition to any table.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the diced red onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes, or until softened.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the diced red bell pepper and zucchini to the skillet. Cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender but still crisp.
Stir in the corn kernels and black beans, and cook for 2-3 minutes until heated through.
Add the halved cherry tomatoes, ground cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the chopped cilantro and lime juice.
Adjust seasoning to taste and serve warm as a side dish or over rice/quinoa as a main dish.
Calories |
1102 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 34.2 g | 44% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.4 g | 27% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1011 mg | 44% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 170.9 g | 62% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 45.1 g | 161% | |
| Total Sugars | 38.9 g | ||
| Protein | 45.2 g | 90% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 224 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 12.2 mg | 68% | |
| Potassium | 3321 mg | 71% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.