Calabacitas Con Queso - Zucchini with Cheese
Calabacitas Con Queso brings tender zucchini, sweet corn, onions, peppers, and tomato together under a blanket of melty Monterey Jack for a rich, satisfying bite. The vegetables stay juicy and lightly sweet, while the cheese adds a stretchy, savory finish that’s perfect alongside tacos, grilled meats, or as a hearty side for family dinners.
- Prep20 mins
- Cook15 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
In a lidded saucepan, combine the zucchini, corn, onion, green pepper, tomato, and vegetable oil. Cover and cook over medium heat until tender.
- 2
Gently stir in the sugar; place the cheese on top without stirring. Cover and keep cooking until the cheese melts. Stir, then add the remaining cheese; cover and cook again until melted. Serve warm.
- Calories 802.91 kcal High
- Protein 36.84 g Good Source
- Carbs 79.44 g Moderate
- Total Fat 39.04 g High
- Saturated Fat 21.05 g High
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 101.37 mg High
- Sodium 764.37 mg High
- Fiber 7.11 g Good Source
- Sugar 7.22 g Moderate
- Added Sugar 0.23 g Low Source
- Calcium 895.98 mg Good Source
- Iron 4.9 mg Good Source
- Potassium 956.57 mg Good Source
- Vitamin A 134.27 mcg_rae Moderate
- Vitamin C 13.71 mg Moderate
- Vitamin D 1.12 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Corn 🌽
- Tomatoes 🍅
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Calabacitas Con Queso Zucchini with Cheese is a Tex Mex side dish recipe made with 8 ingredients. It takes about 35 mins, serves 6, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Green Bell Pepper, Monterey Jack Cheese, Onion, and Sugar. Each serving provides about 802.91 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Calabacitas Con Queso - Zucchini with Cheese?
- It is a Tex-Mex recipe made with 8 ingredients, usually served for side dish or dinner or lunch.
- What is Calabacitas Con Queso - Zucchini with Cheese made of?
- The main ingredients are Green Bell Pepper, Monterey Jack Cheese, Onion, Sugar, Tomato. The full list of 8 is above.
- How long does it take to make Calabacitas Con Queso - Zucchini with Cheese?
- About 35 mins in total: 20 mins to prepare and 15 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 802.91 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Calabacitas Con Queso - Zucchini with Cheese easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 8 ingredients and 2 steps.
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