Mediterranean Diet Succotash with Corn and Lima Beans
Bright, colorful, and bursting with flavor, this Mediterranean Diet Succotash with Corn and Lima Beans is a vibrant twist on a classic dish. Featuring fresh corn kernels, tender lima beans, juicy cherry tomatoes, and fragrant herbs like parsley and basil, this recipe embraces wholesome ingredients that align perfectly with the Mediterranean diet. Sautéed in heart-healthy olive oil, with a touch of lemon juice for brightness and optional paprika for a smoky kick, this quick recipe comes together in just 30 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights. Serve it warm or at room temperature as a side dish or light vegetarian main course – ideal for summer picnics or everyday meals! Packed with fiber, nutrients, and Mediterranean flavors, this succotash is as nutritious as it is delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium, finely diced yellow onion
- 2 minced garlic cloves
- 2 cups fresh corn kernels
- 2 cups, cooked or canned, drained and rinsed lima beans
- 1 diced red bell pepper
- 1.5 cups, halved cherry tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh basil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoons, or to taste salt
- 0.25 teaspoons, or to taste black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoons, optional for added flavor paprika
Instructions
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.
Once the oil is warm, add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes, or until softened and translucent.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for an additional 1 minute, stirring frequently, until fragrant.
Stir in the fresh corn kernels and cook for 5 minutes, allowing them to slightly caramelize.
Add the cooked lima beans and diced red bell pepper to the skillet, stirring to combine. Cook for another 3 minutes, until the peppers begin to soften.
Gently fold in the halved cherry tomatoes and cook for 2-3 minutes, just until they start to release their juices.
Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the fresh parsley, basil, and lemon juice.
Season the succotash with salt, black pepper, and optional paprika, adjusting to taste.
Serve warm or at room temperature as a side dish or a light main course. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1178 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 36.9 g | 47% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.4 g | 27% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1910 mg | 83% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 192.1 g | 70% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 33.4 g | 119% | |
| Total Sugars | 43.6 g | ||
| Protein | 35.8 g | 72% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 215 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 9.9 mg | 55% | |
| Potassium | 2182 mg | 46% | |
*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.
