Black Bean Succotash

Brighten up your mealtime with this vibrant and nutritious Black Bean Succotash, a quick and easy recipe that’s bursting with fresh vegetables and bold flavors. Perfect as a side dish or a hearty plant-based main, this succotash combines tender black beans, crisp zucchini, sweet corn kernels, and juicy cherry tomatoes, all sautéed with fragrant garlic, ground cumin, and paprika for a smoky touch. A squeeze of fresh lime juice and a sprinkle of cilantro provide a zesty finish, making every bite refreshing and satisfying. Ready in just 30 minutes, this one-skillet dish is as convenient as it is colorful, and it's naturally gluten-free, vegan, and packed with protein and fiber. Whether served on its own or spooned over your favorite grain, this wholesome succotash is a versatile addition to any table.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 medium (diced) Red onion
• 3 cloves (minced) Garlic
• 1 (diced) Red bell pepper
• 1 medium (diced) Zucchini
• 1.5 cups Fresh or frozen corn kernels
• 1.5 cups (drained and rinsed if canned) Cooked black beans
• 1 cup (halved) Cherry tomatoes
• 0.25 cup (chopped) Fresh cilantro
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoons Paprika
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced red onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes, or until softened.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the diced red bell pepper and zucchini to the skillet. Cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender but still crisp.

Step 5

Stir in the corn kernels and black beans, and cook for 2-3 minutes until heated through.

Step 6

Add the halved cherry tomatoes, ground cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.

Step 7

Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the chopped cilantro and lime juice.

Step 8

Adjust seasoning to taste and serve warm as a side dish or over rice/quinoa as a main dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	540 grams (540.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	605

Total Fat 32.50g	42%
Saturated Fat 5.00g	25%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1240mg	54%
Total Carbohydrate 79.10g	29%
Dietary Fiber 11.70g	42%
Total Sugars 25.60g
Protein 12.70g	25%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 91mg	7%
Iron 4mg	23%
Potassium 1204mg	26%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 44.3%

Protein: 7.7%

Carbs: 48.0%