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Calabacitas con Elote (Zucchini with Corn)

Yield 6
Prep Time 20 min
Cook Time 35 min
Saved 2026-07-03
Source: https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/213707/calabacitas-con-elote-zucchini-with-corn/

CALABACITAS CON ELOTE

(ZUCCHINI WITH CORN)

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Serves: 6

Prep: 20 min | Cook: 35 min

INGREDIENTS

  • 2 1/2 c fresh corn kernels
  • 1 Tbsp olive oil
  • 1/4 c onion, chopped
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 lb zucchini, sliced
  • 3 med Roma tomatoes, chopped
  • 1 med poblano pepper, seeded & chopped
  • Salt and pepper
  • 1/4 c cotija cheese, crumbled

INSTRUCTIONS

  1. Place corn in saucepan and cover with water. Bring to boil.

  2. Reduce heat to medium, cover, and cook until tender, 10 min. Drain.

  3. Heat oil in lg skillet over med-high heat.

  4. Add onion and garlic. Cook and stir until onion is translucent, 5 min.

  5. Add zucchini and tomatoes. Cook and stir 5 min.

  6. Stir in corn, poblano, salt, and pepper.

  7. Cover and cook until zucchini is tender, 10 min.

  8. Sprinkle with cotija cheese and serve.

NOTES

Classic Mexican side dish perfect with tacos!

Can use your roasted tomatoes instead of fresh.

allrecipes.com/recipe/ 213707/calabacitas-con- elote-zucchini-with-corn 2026-07-03