Calabacitas Con Leche Squash with Milk

Creamy, comforting, and brimming with fresh flavors, Calabacitas Con Leche (Squash with Milk) is a beloved Mexican-inspired dish that transforms humble ingredients into a luscious side or light main course. Featuring tender zucchini or Mexican squash, sweet corn kernels, and a velvety whole milk base, this dish is elevated with the savory richness of sautéed onion and garlic. Topped with crumbled queso fresco or feta cheese and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro, its balance of creamy and fresh is truly irresistible. Ready in just 30 minutes, this one-pan recipe makes a delightful addition to any meal and celebrates the beauty of simple, wholesome cooking. Perfect for family dinners or as a crowd-pleasing side, Calabacitas Con Leche is a true showcase of versatile, homey flavors.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 medium zucchini or Mexican squash
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 0.5 cup white onion
• 2 cloves garlic cloves
• 1.5 cups whole milk
• 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 0.5 cup queso fresco or crumbled feta cheese
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Wash the zucchini thoroughly and dice into 1/2-inch pieces. Set aside.

Step 2

Finely chop the onion and mince the garlic. If using fresh corn, remove the kernels from the cob.

Step 3

In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.

Step 4

Add the onion to the skillet and sauté for 2 minutes until softened and translucent.

Step 5

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds, being careful not to burn it.

Step 6

Add the diced zucchini to the skillet and stir to coat in butter. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the zucchini begins to soften.

Step 7

Stir in the corn kernels, salt, and black pepper, and cook for another 3 minutes.

Step 8

Reduce the heat to low and pour in the milk. Stir gently and cook for 5-7 minutes, allowing the vegetables to absorb the milk and the mixture to thicken slightly.

Step 9

Remove from heat and sprinkle the queso fresco or crumbled feta cheese over the top.

Step 10

Garnish with fresh cilantro, if desired, and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1587.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1118.0

Total Fat 66.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 39.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.4g
Cholesterol 191.4mg	0%
Sodium 1673.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 94.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.9g	0%
Total Sugars 56.2g
Protein 50.9g	0%

Vitamin D 161.0IU	0%
Calcium 1234.6mg	0%
Iron 4.6mg	0%
Potassium 3393.3mg	0%

*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: 50.7%

Protein: 17.3%

Carbs: 32.0%