Foodies Succotash

Nutriscore Rating: 85/100

Bright, fresh, and bursting with color, Foodies Succotash is a vibrant twist on the classic Southern side dish that's perfect for any occasion. This recipe celebrates summer's best produce, featuring sweet corn kernels, tender lima beans, and cherry tomatoes, paired with zucchini and red bell pepper for a medley of textures and flavors. Sautéed in olive oil with aromatic garlic and onions, then finished with fresh parsley, basil, and a zesty splash of lemon juice, this succotash is seasoned to perfection. A touch of butter adds richness, making it an irresistible vegetarian main course or side dish. Ready in just 35 minutes, this easy skillet recipe is your go-to for wholesome, seasonal eating. Keywords: succotash recipe, vegetarian side dish, summer vegetables, easy succotash, healthy skillet recipes.

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 15 min
• Cook Time: 20 min
• Total Time: 35 min
• Servings: 4 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

14 items

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 medium red bell pepper, chopped
• 1 medium zucchini, diced
• 2 cups fresh corn kernels
• 1.5 cups lima beans (fresh or frozen, thawed)
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice, freshly squeezed

📝 Instructions

9 steps

1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

2. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes, or until the onion is translucent.

3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds, until fragrant.

4. Add the red bell pepper and zucchini to the skillet. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables start to soften.

5. Stir in the corn kernels and lima beans. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, allowing the mixture to heat through and the vegetables to become tender.

6. Add the halved cherry tomatoes. Cook for another 3 minutes, stirring gently to combine the flavors.

7. Sprinkle in the fresh parsley, basil, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to evenly distribute the herbs and seasoning.

8. Add the butter to the skillet and let it melt into the succotash, then stir in the lemon juice for brightness.

9. Remove the skillet from the heat and give the succotash a final toss. Serve warm as a colorful side dish or as a vegetarian main course.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (344.1g)

Calories		312
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		11.7 g	15%
	Saturated Fat	3.1 g	15%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		8 mg	3%
Sodium		282 mg	12%
Total Carbohydrate		46.8 g	17%
	Dietary Fiber	10.7 g	38%
	Total Sugars	11.4 g
Protein		11.4 g	23%
Vitamin D		0.0 mcg	0%
Calcium		64 mg	5%
Iron		3.1 mg	17%
Potassium		1073 mg	23%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 426 cal (31.4%%)

Protein: 183 cal (13.5%%)

Carbs: 746 cal (55.0%%)