ANNE'S CALABACITAS

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Even kids will love this recipe. I learned it from my wonderful mother-in-law who would add or subtract different ingredients every time. This version was my favorite!

Provided by Dylan's Nana

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Squash     Zucchini

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 tablespoon olive oil
½ onion, chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 yellow bell pepper, chopped
1 (8 ounce) can chopped green chiles (such as Ortega®)
1 zucchini, diced
1 yellow squash, diced
1 patty pan squash, diced
1 ½ cups white corn
1 large tomato, chopped and drained
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 pinch dried oregano
1 (15 ounce) can pinto beans, rinsed and drained
1 cup chopped spinach
1 cup minced fresh cilantro
1 cup grated Cheddar cheese
⅔ cup crumbled cotija cheese
½ cup sour cream

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat; cook and stir onion, green bell pepper, and yellow bell pepper until onion is translucent and golden brown, 10 to 15 minutes. Add green chiles, zucchini, yellow squash, and patty pan squash; cook and stir until softened, 5 to 10 minutes.
  • Stir corn and tomato into squash mixture and simmer until liquid is reduced, about 5 minutes; season with salt, pepper, and oregano. Mix pinto beans and spinach into squash mixture and simmer until heated through, about 5 minutes. Stir cilantro, Cheddar cheese, cotija cheese, and sour cream into squash mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 307.3 calories, Carbohydrate 25.5 g, Cholesterol 43.6 mg, Fat 18.1 g, Fiber 6.1 g, Protein 14.1 g, SaturatedFat 9.8 g, Sodium 921.6 mg, Sugar 5.2 g

Mapa Pomale
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This recipe is a great way to use up summer squash and zucchini.


Kaleena Czaykowsky
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Overall, this is a good recipe. It's easy to make and the results are delicious. I would definitely recommend it to others.


Avinandan Mandal
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This recipe took longer to make than I expected. I would recommend starting it earlier in the day.


Rabnidar Rabnidar123
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The instructions were a bit confusing. I had to reread them several times before I felt confident that I was doing it right.


Aliasger Morbiwalla
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This recipe is a bit bland for my taste. I would add more spices next time.


Avith Kazinja
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I'm not a huge fan of squash, but this recipe was surprisingly good. I'll definitely be making it again.


michelle naude
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This dish is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


KEVIN ESSAM
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I love that this recipe is so versatile. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your own taste.


dragos horeaba
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover chicken or beef.


md Sahajalal
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A flavorful and colorful dish that's perfect for a summer potluck.


Jay Here
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Easy and tasty!


Pabitra Sharma
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This dish is delicious! I made it for my family last night and they loved it. It's a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. I will definitely be making this again.


Addison Whitman
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I'm not usually a fan of calabacitas, but this recipe changed my mind. The addition of cheese and sour cream really makes it. I also love that it's so easy to make. I'll definitely be making this again.


Emmanuel Makgolwne
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This recipe is a great way to use up all those summer squash and zucchini from the garden. It's also a very affordable dish to make, which is always a plus. I will definitely be making this again soon!


Sameer Rajput
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I've made this calabacitas recipe several times now, and it's always a hit! It's the perfect side dish for any Mexican-inspired meal. I especially love the addition of corn and black beans, which give it a nice sweetness and texture.


Emma Weidner
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This calabacitas recipe is a keeper! It's easy to make and absolutely delicious. I love that it's made with fresh summer squash and zucchini, which gives it such a vibrant flavor. I also appreciate that it's not too spicy, so my whole family can enjo