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
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the diced bell peppers and onion to the skillet. Cook until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for an additional 1 minute.
- 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.
- Remove the skillet from the heat and garnish with fresh parsley.
- 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.