Calabacitas Con Queso – Zucchini with Cheese

May 22, 2023May 22, 20230 1

Calabacitas Con Queso - Zucchini with Cheese

by The Chefin Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 1/2 pounds zucchini , cut into bite sized pieces
	1 can whole kernel corn
	1 medium onion , sliced
	1 medium green bell pepper , coarsely chopped
	1 medium tomato , coarsely chopped
	1 tablespoon vegetable oil
	2 teaspoons white sugar
	1 1/2 pounds Monterey Jack cheese , cubed

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

405

Sugar

10g

Fat

31g

Calabacitas Con Queso is a classic Mexican dish that is easy to prepare and full of flavor. This dish is made by combining zucchini, corn, onions, bell peppers, and tomatoes in a skillet with cheese cubes. The name Calabacitas Con Queso translates to Zucchini with Cheese in Spanish. This dish is a popular side dish in Mexican cuisine, but it can also be served as a main course with tortillas or rice. The recipe is simple and can be prepared within 30 minutes. The combination of soft vegetables with melted cheese is sure to tantalize your taste buds and make you crave more. It's a crowd-pleaser that everyone will love, and the leftovers can be enjoyed the next day as well.

Instructions

1.	Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat.
2.	Add sliced onions and cook until they soften.
3.	Add chopped bell pepper and cook for 2-3 minutes.
4.	Add chopped zucchini and tomato and cook for 5 minutes or until zucchini begins to soften.
5.	Add canned corn and white sugar.
6.	Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
7.	Turn off the heat and add cubed Monterey Jack cheese.
8.	Gently stir until cheese has melted completely.

PROS

Calabacitas Con Queso is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.

The blend of vegetables and cheese makes it a nutritious meal with a balanced mix of proteins and fibers.

CONS

This dish has a high fat content due to the Monterey Jack cheese used.

To make it healthier, you can swap the cheese for a lighter version, or reduce the amount used.

It is also a bit high in calories.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Calabacitas Con Queso is a healthy dish full of nutritional benefits.
Zucchini contains Vitamin A, C, and other antioxidants that are essential for overall health.
The corn adds fiber to the diet and has a high number of carbohydrates for energy.
Monterey Jack cheese is a good source of calcium, an important nutrient for bone health.