Go Back Email Link
–+ servings
Looking for a quick, healthy, and flavorful dish? Try this Mexican Zucchini and Yellow Squash Skillet with cheese, jalapeños, and corn! It's perfect as a side or a light main dish. Ready in under 30 minutes, this one-pan recipe is easy, delicious, and packed with nutrients. Pin it now for your next meal!

Mexican Zucchini and Yellow Squash Skillet Recipe

Leah @ Beyer Beware
Discover a quick and healthy Mexican Zucchini and Yellow Squash Skillet recipe with cheese, jalapeños, and corn. Perfect as a flavorful side dish or a main course, this easy-to-make dish is packed with vibrant flavors and nutrition.
No ratings yet
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Side Dish, Vegetable
Servings 8 servings
Calories 299 kcal

Equipment

Ingredients
  

  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 1 onion
  • 3 garlic cloves
  • 2 jalepenos
  • 2 zucchini
  • 2 summer squash
  • 2 cups sweet corn
  • ¼ cup half and half cream
  • 2 cups queso quesadilla chceese
  • 2 teaspoons salt and pepper blend
  • 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro and chives

Instructions
 

  • Prepare the Vegetables: Start by washing and slicing the zucchinis and yellow squash into thin rounds. Seed and finely chop the jalapeño, and mince the garlic cloves.
  • Cook the Vegetables: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add the chopped jalapeño and cook for an additional minute.
  • Sauté the Squash and Corn: Add the sliced zucchini, yellow squash, and corn kernels to the skillet. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Sauté the vegetables until they are tender but still slightly crisp, about 5-7 minutes.
  • Add the creaam and Cheese: Reduce the heat to low, stir in the cream and half the cheese. Sprinkle the remaining shredded cheese over the vegetables. Cover the skillet and allow the cheese to melt, about 2-3 minutes.
  • Serve: Once the cheese is melted and bubbly, remove the skillet from heat. Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 299kcalCarbohydrates: 13gProtein: 18gFat: 21gSaturated Fat: 13gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 77mgSodium: 922mgPotassium: 385mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 493IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 454mgIron: 1mg
Keyword Cast Iron Skillet recipe, sauté, yellow squash, zucchini
Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!