Mexican Style Squash Medley

Jun 01, 2023June 1, 20230 2
Delicious Mexican Style Squash Medley Recipe
in Vegetarian

Prep

15 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 1/2 - 2 lbs crookneck yellow squash or 1 1/2-2 lbs pattypan squash , chopped into 2 inch chunks
1 onion , chopped
3 garlic cloves , minced
1 jalapeno , chopped ( optional )
1 can diced tomatoes , undrained ( or equivalent of fresh )
1 can corn , undrained ( or equivalent of fresh kernels )
1 teaspoon chili powder
salt and pepper
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese ( may use pepper jack or monterey jack )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
328
Sugar
11g
Fat
21g
Mexican-style squash medley is a hearty and flavorful one-pan meal that's packed with good-for-you veggies and topped with gooey melted cheese. A medley of squash, onions, garlic, canned diced tomatoes, and canned corn is seasoned with chili powder, salt, and pepper for a little bit of heat. Top it all off with shredded cheddar cheese, and you'll have a delicious meal that's perfect for a busy weeknight. This vegetarian and gluten-free recipe is sure to become a family favorite!

Instructions

1.In a frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
2.Add the chopped crookneck yellow squash or pattypan squash, chopped onion, minced garlic, and chopped jalapeno (optional).
3.Cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
4.Add in the canned diced tomatoes and canned corn (undrained), along with the chili powder, salt, and pepper.
5.Cook for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until heated through.
6.Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese (or pepper jack or monterey jack) over the top of the squash mixture and cover the pan with a lid.
7.Allow the cheese to melt, about 2-3 minutes.
8.Serve hot.

PROS

When you make this Mexican Style Squash Medley, you’ll have a flavorful and filling one-pan meal ready in just about 30 minutes.

This recipe is chock-full of healthy vegetables like squash, onions, garlic, and tomatoes.

Plus, it’s vegetarian and gluten-free!

CONS

The one downside to this dish is that it does contain quite a bit of cheese, so if you’re watching your calorie or fat intake, you may want to go easy on the cheese.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Squash is an excellent source of fiber, and it’s also packed with vitamin C and other important vitamins and minerals.
Tomatoes are also a good source of vitamin C, as well as lycopene, an antioxidant that’s been linked to a reduced risk of certain types of cancer.
Jalapenos, if you choose to add them, are a source of capsaicin, a compound that’s been shown to boost metabolism and reduce inflammation.

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