A Taco Tuesday Twist

I know I'm a day early, but let's face it . . .  we all LOVE Taco Tuesday. And the more I talk to people, the more I realize that so many people make this part of their weekly routine. I stumbled across this great recipe when reading a post from one my favorite bloggers NutButterRunner . I figured I'd post it now to give you all a chance to hit the grocery store and make sure your pantry is stocked for tomorrow! 

Calabacitas!

Summer Corn, Zucchini, Green Chiles and Lime

Recipe by: gluten-free goddess

This Mexican flavored vegetable side dish is perfect for this time of year. It's a great side dish, but can also be used as a one-dish meal. Add in two generous cups of cooked chicken or drained canned black beans, pour into a casserole, cover and bake in a moderate 350ºF oven for 20 to 25 minutes or so, until heated through.

Ingredients:

2 tablespoons olive oil
4 smallish zucchini squash, sliced into half moons
3 ears of fresh corn, kernels sliced off
3 ripe plum tomatoes, seeded, diced
1/2 cup roasted mild green chile, chopped
4 oz. chopped jalapenos
4-5 cloves fresh peeled garlic, chopped
Sea salt, to taste
Lemon pepper, to taste
2-3 good pinches of ground cumin
A drizzle of raw agave sweetener
Juice from 1 fresh large lime [more juice, or water if needed]
3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
Lime wedges for serving

Instructions:

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet and saute the squash for three to four minutes, until it starts to turn a bit golden.

Add the corn, tomatoes, green chile, jalapenos, garlic, sea salt, lemon pepper, cumin, a drizzle of raw agave, and lime juice; stir to combine.

Cover and cook for about 15 minutes, until the veggies are tender-crisp. Add more liquid if needed. 

To serve, stir in the fresh cilantro. Top with lime wedges.

Serves 4 to 6

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Do you celebrate Taco Tuesday?

What's your favorite Healthy Mexican dish?