Colorful Succotash Recipe

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Colorful Succotash Recipe
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
30mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on December 18, 2023

This colorful succotash recipe is a delicious, healthy side dish that can be enjoyed year-round. Made with a variety of colorful vegetables and flavored with herbs and spices, this dish is packed with flavor. It is quick and easy to prepare, making it a perfect addition to any meal. Whether you're hosting a summer barbecue or cooking a cozy dinner at home, this colorful succotash is sure to impress.

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 small green bell pepper, diced
  • 1 small yellow onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups fresh or frozen corn kernels
  • 2 cups lima beans
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Directions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add the diced bell peppers and onion to the skillet. Cook until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for an additional 1 minute.
  4. Stir in the corn, lima beans, cherry tomatoes, smoked paprika, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
  5. Remove the skillet from the heat and garnish with fresh parsley.
  6. Serve the colorful succotash as a side dish with your favorite main course.

Interesting Facts

  • Succotash is a traditional American dish that originated from Native American cuisine.
  • The word 'succotash' comes from the Narragansett language, meaning 'boiled corn kernels.'
  • Succotash was a popular dish during the Great Depression due to its affordability and availability of its main ingredients.
  • Adding smoked paprika to this succotash recipe gives it a rich and smoky flavor.