Fiesta Corn
Bring vibrant flavors to your table with Fiesta Corn, a zesty and colorful side dish that's perfect for any occasion. Featuring sweet corn kernels paired with diced red and green bell peppers, a kick of jalapeño (optional for spice lovers), and aromatic red onion, this quick and easy recipe is sautéed to perfection in olive oil and butter. A bold blend of cumin, paprika, and chili powder adds smoky depth, while a splash of fresh lime juice and a sprinkle of chopped cilantro provide a bright, refreshing finish. Ready in just 25 minutes, Fiesta Corn is versatile enough to serve warm as a side dish at summer barbecues or enjoyed cold as a flavorful salad. Packed with texture, spice, and citrusy zing, it's a guaranteed crowd-pleaser that adds a festive touch to your meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups fresh or frozen corn kernels
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 1 jalapeño, finely chopped (optional)
- 1 red onion, finely diced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 lime, juiced
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil and butter. Allow the butter to melt and the oils to combine.
Add the diced red bell pepper, green bell pepper, jalapeño (if using), and red onion to the skillet. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened.
Add the corn kernels to the skillet and cook for another 5-6 minutes, stirring often, until the corn is heated through and begins to develop a slight char.
Season the mixture with ground cumin, paprika, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir thoroughly to distribute the spices evenly among the vegetables.
Remove the skillet from heat and squeeze the lime juice over the corn mixture. Stir to combine.
Sprinkle the chopped cilantro on top as a garnish. Serve warm as a side dish, or let it cool to enjoy as a cold salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
272 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 12.1 g | 15% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.3 g | 16% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 8 mg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 280 mg | 12% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 41.7 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.3 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.9 g | ||
| Protein | 6.0 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 27 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 1.6 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 685 mg | 15% | |
*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.
