Fiesta Corn

Bring vibrant flavors to your table with Fiesta Corn, a zesty and colorful side dish that's perfect for any occasion. Featuring sweet corn kernels paired with diced red and green bell peppers, a kick of jalapeño (optional for spice lovers), and aromatic red onion, this quick and easy recipe is sautéed to perfection in olive oil and butter. A bold blend of cumin, paprika, and chili powder adds smoky depth, while a splash of fresh lime juice and a sprinkle of chopped cilantro provide a bright, refreshing finish. Ready in just 25 minutes, Fiesta Corn is versatile enough to serve warm as a side dish at summer barbecues or enjoyed cold as a flavorful salad. Packed with texture, spice, and citrusy zing, it's a guaranteed crowd-pleaser that adds a festive touch to your meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 cups fresh or frozen corn kernels
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1 green bell pepper, diced
• 1 jalapeño, finely chopped (optional)
• 1 red onion, finely diced
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 lime, juiced
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil and butter. Allow the butter to melt and the oils to combine.

Step 2

Add the diced red bell pepper, green bell pepper, jalapeño (if using), and red onion to the skillet. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened.

Step 3

Add the corn kernels to the skillet and cook for another 5-6 minutes, stirring often, until the corn is heated through and begins to develop a slight char.

Step 4

Season the mixture with ground cumin, paprika, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir thoroughly to distribute the spices evenly among the vegetables.

Step 5

Remove the skillet from heat and squeeze the lime juice over the corn mixture. Stir to combine.

Step 6

Sprinkle the chopped cilantro on top as a garnish. Serve warm as a side dish, or let it cool to enjoy as a cold salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1262 grams (1262.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1193

Total Fat 50.80g	65%
Saturated Fat 12.60g	63%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.00g
Cholesterol 33mg	11%
Sodium 1440mg	63%
Total Carbohydrate 184.90g	67%
Dietary Fiber 31.00g	111%
Total Sugars 64.10g
Protein 30.60g	61%

Vitamin D 2IU	11%
Calcium 105mg	8%
Iron 8mg	46%
Potassium 3000mg	64%

*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: 34.7%

Protein: 9.3%

Carbs: 56.1%