‘Calabacitas Guisada’ (Stewed Mexican Zucchini)

May 22, 2023May 22, 20230 1

Authentic Calabacitas Guisadas - A Delicious Veggie Stew You'll Love

‘Calabacitas Guisada’ (Stewed Mexican Zucchini)

by The Chefin Vegetarian

Prep

10 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

210

Sugar

Fat

15g

Calabacitas Guisadas is a traditional Mexican veggie stew that is easy to prepare and delicious to eat. The dish is made with fresh zucchini, stewed tomatoes, onions, garlic, and shredded cheese. The zucchini gives the stew a unique texture and flavor, while the tomatoes provide a rich and flavorful base for the stew. This is a comforting and filling dish that can be served as a side dish or as a main course. You can enjoy this dish with a side of rice or tortillas, or simply enjoy it on its own.

Instructions

1.	In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
2.	Add the sliced onions and garlic, and sauté until softened.
3.	Add the sliced zucchini and can of stewed tomatoes, bring the mixture to a simmer, and season with salt to your preference.
4.	Reduce heat to low and let the stew simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the zucchini is fork-tender.
5.	After the stew is done cooking, remove from the heat and sprinkle with shredded Cheddar cheese.
6.	Serve hot and enjoy!

PROS

Calabacitas Guisadas is a vegetarian-friendly dish that is also gluten-free.
It’s a perfect side dish for your meals, and can also be enjoyed as a main course on its own.

This stew is chock-full of vegetables, making it a healthy choice that is packed with vitamins and minerals.

CONS

If you don’t like the texture of cooked zucchini, this dish may not be to your liking.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Calabacitas Guisadas is rich in nutrients that are good for your health. Zucchini is low in calories and high in fiber, which can help promote healthy digestion.
The stewed tomatoes are a good source of the antioxidants lycopene and vitamin C, which may help support heart health and boost the immune system.
The shredded cheese provides a good source of protein and calcium, which is essential for strong bones and muscles.

	1 tablespoon vegetable oil
	1/2 small white onion , sliced thinly
	2 cloves garlic , minced
	4 zucchini , sliced 1/4-inch thick
	1 can stewed tomatoes
	salt to taste
	1 cup shredded mild Cheddar cheese