Zucchini with Bacon Corn Peppers
Brighten up your table with this irresistible Zucchini with Bacon, Corn, and Peppers recipe—a colorful medley of fresh vegetables and smoky, crispy bacon that's bursting with flavor. Tender zucchini pairs perfectly with sweet corn kernels and the vibrant crunch of red and yellow bell peppers, all sautéed to golden perfection in a savory blend of garlic and olive oil. A sprinkle of fresh parsley and the crumbled bacon's richness elevate this dish to a new level of deliciousness. Ready in just 35 minutes, this versatile dish works wonderfully as a vibrant side or a light main course for busy weeknights. Perfect for summer meals or to bring a pop of color year-round, this recipe is a crowd-pleaser loaded with texture, nutrition, and bold, satisfying flavors.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium zucchini
- 4 slices bacon
- 1 cup corn kernels
- 1 medium red bell pepper
- 1 medium yellow bell pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
Instructions
Wash the zucchini, red bell pepper, and yellow bell pepper. Dice the zucchini into bite-sized pieces and chop the bell peppers into small cubes.
Mince the garlic and roughly chop the parsley. Set these aside.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the bacon slices and cook until crispy, flipping occasionally, about 6-8 minutes. Remove the bacon from the skillet and place it on a paper towel-lined plate to drain. Once cooled, crumble the bacon into small pieces.
Drain most of the bacon grease from the skillet, leaving about 1 tablespoon in the pan. Add the olive oil to the skillet and heat over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the diced zucchini, red bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, and corn kernels to the skillet. Sauté the vegetables for 8-10 minutes, stirring frequently, until they are tender and slightly caramelized.
Season the vegetables with salt and black pepper, adjusting to taste.
Stir in the crumbled bacon and cook for an additional 2 minutes to combine the flavors.
Remove the skillet from the heat and sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving.
Serve warm as a side dish or as a light main course. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
655 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.5 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.8 g | 34% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 32 mg | 11% | |
| Sodium | 5484 mg | 238% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 81.9 g | 30% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.2 g | 40% | |
| Total Sugars | 41.9 g | ||
| Protein | 23.9 g | 48% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 108 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 4.1 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 2195 mg | 47% | |
*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.
