Best 10 Summer Succotash Recipes

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Summer is the best time to enjoy the fresh flavors of vegetables, and succotash is a classic summer dish that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. This Native American dish traditionally combines corn, lima beans, and tomatoes, but there are many variations on the recipe. Whether you like your succotash simple or loaded with other vegetables, there's a recipe out there that's perfect for you.

Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!

SUMMER SUCCOTASH



Summer Succotash image

Provided by Geoffrey Zakarian

Categories     side-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

4 ears corn, shucked
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 cup diced Spanish onion
1 clove garlic, minced
2 cups fresh or defrosted frozen lima beans
2 cups diced heirloom tomatoes
1 1/2 tablespoons butter, at room temperature
1 1/2 tablespoons mayonnaise
Juice of 1 lime
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons fresh basil, cut into chiffonade
2 tablespoons grated Pecorino-Romano cheese
1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped
1 tablespoon fresh mint, cut into chiffonade
1 teaspoon smoked paprika

Steps:

  • Heat a grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill the corn until lightly charred on all sides, about 10 minutes. Set aside to cool slightly, then cut off the kernels and reserve.
  • Heat the oil in a large saute pan over medium heat. Add the onion and sweat until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for another minute. Add the lima beans and tomatoes and cook until tender, about 5 minutes.
  • Add the reserved corn to the saute pan. In a small bowl, mix together the butter and mayonnaise. Add the mixture to the succotash along with the lime juice. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer to serving bowl.
  • Sprinkle with the basil, Pecorino-Romano, cilantro, mint and smoked paprika.

SUMMER SUCCOTASH



Summer Succotash image

Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h20m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

8 ounces green beans or wax beans, trimmed, halved and blanched
Kernels from 3 ears of corn (about 2 1/2 cups)
1 cup cherry tomatoes (preferably Sungold), halved
1 small red bell pepper, cut into strips
1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
2 tablespoons fresh oregano leaves, chopped
2 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
One 8-ounce ball fresh mozzarella, diced

Steps:

  • Combine the green beans, corn kernels, tomatoes, peppers, mint and oregano in a large bowl and mix well. Add the vinegar, olive oil and salt and toss to coat. Let sit for 1 hour to allow the flavors to marry. Fold in the cheese just before serving.

PAN-SEARED SALMON WITH SUMMER SUCCOTASH



Pan-Seared Salmon with Summer Succotash image

Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     main-dish

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

1/2 cup creme fraiche
1/4 cup whole-grain mustard
2 teaspoons lemon zest (1 large lemon)
1/4 cup lemon juice (2 lemons)
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
Four 6-ounce skinless salmon fillets, wild preferred
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 small red bell pepper, diced (3/4 cup)
1 large shallot, diced (1/4 cup)
1 cup corn kernels, cut from 2 cobs, or 1 cup thawed frozen corn
3/4 cup frozen shelled edamame, thawed
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 cup baby kale, roughly chopped
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
2 teaspoons lemon juice

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • For the sauce: In a medium bowl whisk together the creme fraiche, mustard, lemon zest, lemon juice and salt. Cover with plastic wrap and set aside.
  • For the salmon: Sprinkle the salmon fillets on all sides with the salt. Heat the olive oil in a large oven-proof skillet over medium-high heat. With tongs, gently place the salmon, flesh-side down, in the pan. Allow the salmon to cook, undisturbed, for 3 minutes to form a golden crust. Using a spatula, gently flip each fillet. Transfer the pan to the oven for an additional 5 minutes. Remove from the oven and cover with foil to keep warm.
  • For the succotash: Heat the olive oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Add the red peppers and shallots and cook for 4 minutes, stirring often with a wooden spoon. Add the corn, edamame and salt and cook for another 3 minutes. Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the kale, basil and lemon juice.
  • To serve: Spread 2 tablespoons of the sauce in a circle on each serving plate. Top with 1/2 cup of the succotash, and a salmon fillet. Serve with sauce on the side if desired.

SUMMER CORN & EDAMAME SUCCOTASH SALAD



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A super simple summer salad with the sweet crunch of corn, juicy tomatoes, and the protein-punch of edamame.

Provided by Kare for Kitchen Treaty

Categories     Salad

Time 16m

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 ears fresh sweet corn (husks and silk removed (or about 1 1/2 cups frozen corn kernels, thawed)
1 (10-ounce) bag frozen shelled edamame
1 pint 10 ounces (or about 1 1/4 cup) cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 small red onion (diced)
5-6 medium basil leaves (chiffonaded)
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon white balsamic vinegar
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt + more to taste
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper + more to taste

Steps:

  • Set a large pot of water over high heat. Bring to a boil. Carefully add the corn cobs. Boil for three minutes. Remove with tongs and set aside to cool a bit. Add the edamame. Cook for three minutes. Drain and let cool for a bit.
  • Cut the corn kernels off the cob (I set it on end and use a large, sharp chef's knife. Be careful!) Add them to the bowl along with the cooled edamame. Add the cherry tomatoes, onion, and basil.
  • Drizzle in the olive oil and vinegar. Add 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper.
  • Toss well. Taste and add additional salt and pepper if desired. Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve. Keeps well for 2-3 days in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 cup, Calories 93 kcal, Sugar 4 g, Sodium 305 mg, Fat 7 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Carbohydrate 7 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 1 g

SUMMER VEGETABLE SUCCOTASH



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Categories     Potato     Soy     Side     Corn     Squash     Summer     Gourmet     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lb small (1-inch) yellow-fleshed potatoes such as Yukon Gold
1 tablespoon vegetable oil (preferably corn oil)
1/2 stick (1/4 cup) unsalted butter
2 cups fresh corn kernels (from 3 ears; preferably yellow and white)
8 oz baby pattypan squash, trimmed and quartered
8 oz frozen shelled edamame (fresh soybeans) or baby lima beans (1 1/2 cups), cooked according to package directions and cooled
1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh chives

Steps:

  • Cover potatoes with cold salted water by 1 inch in a large saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are just tender, about 20 minutes. Drain and cool, then cut into bite-size pieces.
  • Heat oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a well-seasoned 10-inch cast-iron skillet over high heat until foam subsides, then sauté potatoes with salt and pepper to taste, turning once or twice, until nicely crusted, 8 to 10 minutes. Transfer to a serving bowl.
  • Sauté corn and squash in remaining 3 tablespoons butter in skillet over moderately high heat, stirring, until crisp-tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in beans and sauté, stirring, until heated through. Season with salt and pepper and add to potatoes with onion and chives, stirring to combine.

SUMMER SUCCOTASH



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This novel take on succotash brings together fresh beans, corn, sugar snap peas, and tomatoes with an avocado dressing.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Lunch Recipes

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 ounces fresh cranberry beans, shucked
4 ounces each haricots verts and wax beans, cut into 2-inch lengths
6 ounces sugar snap peas
3 garlic scapes, cut into 1-inch lengths (optional)
2 ears of corn, husked
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons champagne vinegar or white-wine vinegar
1/4 cup fresh tarragon, chopped
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
1 avocado, cut into 6 wedges, then cut crosswise into thirds
5 ounces grape tomatoes, halved (1 cup)

Steps:

  • Prepare an ice-water bath. Cook cranberry beans in a large pot of salted boiling water until just tender, 15 to 20 minutes. Transfer to ice-water bath. Drain. Repeat with haricots verts, wax beans, and sugar snap peas, cooking together for 2 minutes. Repeat with scapes if using, cooking for 1 minute. Repeat with corn, cooking for 2 minutes. Cut kernels off cobs.
  • Whisk oil, vinegar, and tarragon in a small bowl. Season with salt and pepper, and mash in 3 avocado pieces. Place cooked vegetables, remaining avocado, and the tomatoes in a large bowl, and toss with dressing. Serve immediately.

SUMMER SUCCOTASH PASTA SALAD



Summer Succotash Pasta Salad image

Provided by Catherine McCord

Categories     Pasta     Kid-Friendly     Quick & Easy     Dinner     Lunch     Parmesan     Corn     Healthy     Weelicious     Sugar Conscious     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher     Small Plates

Yield 4 Servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 pound cooked bowtie pasta
1/2 cup halved cherry tomatoes
1/2 cup fresh or frozen, defrosted, corn kernels
1/2 cup fresh or frozen, defrosted, green peas
1/4 cup pitted black olives, sliced
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • 1. In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, cherry tomatoes, corn, peas, olives and parmesan cheese.
  • 2. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, and salt.
  • 3. Pour the dressing over the pasta and toss to combine.

SUMMER SUCCOTASH WITH SMOKED SAUSAGE



Summer Succotash with Smoked Sausage image

The inspiration for this recipe came from Southern Cast Iron magazine. They used bacon for this recipe, however, I wanted to make it more like a one pot meal, so I used Kielbasa instead. I never thought I liked lima beans until making this recipe, now I love them. For an even heartier meal, add a skillet of hot corn bread, fresh...

Provided by Julia Ferguson

Categories     Casseroles

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 12oz pkg green baby lima beans
3 c chicken broth, i used low sodium
1 c water
1 12oz pkg kielbasa smoked sausage
3 c fresh corn kernals
1 c chopped onion
2 clove garlic, minced
black pepper to taste
1 c grape tomatoes, or any small tomatoes, i used a mixture i had on hand
2 Tbsp red wine vinegar
3 Tbsp chopped fresh chives, i used freeze dried
fresh sage, parsley, rosemary, thyme, marjarom, a small amount of each, chopped

Steps:

  • 1. In dutch oven or large pan, bring beans, broth and water to a boil over med high heat. Reduce heat and simmer beans for about 15 min. until tender. Drain beans and set aside. Reserve broth.
  • 2. In large cast iron skillet, cut smoked sausage into 1inch pieces. Saute sausage until brown. .
  • 3. Add corn, onion, and garlic. Cook about 5 min, or until browned.
  • 4. Add lima beans, pepper, chives, fresh herbs, and 2 cups of reserved broth. Cover and cook over medium- low heat for 10 min.
  • 5. Stir in tomatoes and vinegar; cook until tomatoes begin to soften, about 8 minutes.
  • 6. season with salt and pepper to taste. I do not use salt, so I did not add any. I thought the Kielbasa was salty enough.

SUMMER VEGETABLE SUCCOTASH



Summer Vegetable Succotash image

Make and share this Summer Vegetable Succotash recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Bev I Am

Categories     Vegetable

Time 55m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lb small yellow-fleshed potato (such as Yukon Gold)
1 tablespoon vegetable oil (preferably corn oil)
1/4 cup unsalted butter
2 cups fresh corn kernels (from 3 ears; preferably yellow and white)
8 ounces baby pattypan squash, trimmed and quartered
8 ounces frozen shelled edamame or 8 ounces baby lima beans, cooked according to package directions and cooled
1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh chives

Steps:

  • Cover potatoes with cold salted water by 1 inch in a large saucepan.
  • Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are just tender, about 20 minutes.
  • Drain and cool, then cut into bite-size pieces.
  • Heat oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a well-seasoned 10-inch cast-iron skillet over high heat until foam subsides, then sauté potatoes with salt and pepper to taste, turning once or twice, until nicely crusted, 8 to 10 minutes.
  • Transfer to a serving bowl.
  • Sauté corn and squash in remaining 3 tablespoons butter in skillet over moderately high heat, stirring, until crisp-tender, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir in beans and sauté, stirring, until heated through.
  • Season with salt and pepper and add to potatoes with onion and chives, stirring to combine.

JESSICA B. HARRIS'S SUMMER SUCCOTASH



Jessica B. Harris's Summer Succotash image

The food historian and writer Jessica B. Harris wrote a whole cookbook, "The Martha's Vineyard Table" (Chronicle Books, 2013), paying tribute to the Massachusetts resort island where lobsters, oysters and farm-fresh vegetables are abundant. This dish is ideal for summer, when the tomatoes are overflowing. Dr. Harris loves to use okra in the place of beans, which are often an ingredient in succotash dishes. If you can't find a habanero chile but still want to add heat, a small jalapeño will work.

Provided by Nicole Taylor

Categories     dinner, easy, lunch, vegetables, side dish

Time 30m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 pound okra, tops and tails trimmed, cut into 1/2-inch-thick rounds
6 large, ripe tomatoes, peeled, seeded and coarsely chopped (about 3 1/2 pounds)
2 cups freshly cut corn kernels (from about 2 medium ears)
1 habanero chile, pricked with a fork (optional)
Salt and ground black pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Combine okra and 1 cup water in a medium saucepan. Add tomatoes, corn and habanero, if using, and place over medium heat. Do not stir. Bring to a boil, then lower the heat to simmer. Cover and cook for 15 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and the flavors are well blended. Stir to combine.
  • If you used the chile, remove it from the pan when the dish has reached the desired spiciness. Season with salt and pepper, and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 80, UnsaturatedFat 0 grams, Carbohydrate 17 grams, Fat 1 gram, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 542 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams

Tips:

  • Fresh is best: For the best flavor and texture, use fresh vegetables whenever possible. If you can't find fresh vegetables, frozen vegetables are a good alternative.
  • Use a variety of vegetables: Don't be afraid to experiment with different vegetables in your succotash. Some good options include corn, lima beans, black beans, tomatoes, onions, and peppers.
  • Season to taste: Succotash is a versatile dish that can be seasoned to taste. Some common seasonings include salt, pepper, garlic, onion, and chili powder.
  • Cook until the vegetables are tender: Succotash is typically cooked until the vegetables are tender but still have a bit of a bite to them. Overcooking the vegetables will make them mushy.
  • Serve immediately: Succotash is best served immediately after it is cooked. If you need to store it, let it cool completely before refrigerating it in an airtight container. Succotash will keep in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

Succotash is a delicious and versatile dish that is perfect for summer gatherings. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. With its colorful vegetables and smoky flavor, succotash is sure to be a hit at your next potluck or barbecue.

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