Southwest Sauteed Corn

Bright, bold, and bursting with flavor, Southwest Sautéed Corn is your go-to side dish for a zesty, colorful meal. This quick and easy recipe combines fresh or frozen sweet corn with a medley of vibrant bell peppers, red onion, and jalapeño for a slight kick of heat. The dish is seasoned with smoky cumin, paprika, and chili powder, then finished with a squeeze of fresh lime juice and a sprinkle of cilantro for a fresh and tangy twist. Perfectly caramelized in a skillet, this versatile dish is ready in just 30 minutes and pairs beautifully with tacos, grilled meats, or salads, making it an ideal choice for weeknight dinners or summer cookouts. Perfect your southwest-inspired menu with this savory and satisfying corn side dish!

Nutriscore Rating: 82/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 cups fresh or frozen corn kernels
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1 green bell pepper, diced
• 1 red onion, finely chopped
• 1 jalapeño, finely diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoons chili powder
• 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil.

Step 2

Once the oil is hot, add the diced red bell pepper, green bell pepper, and red onion. Sauté for 3-4 minutes, until the vegetables begin to soften.

Step 3

Stir in the diced jalapeño and minced garlic. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the corn kernels (if using frozen, no need to thaw beforehand) to the skillet and toss to combine. Cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the corn is tender and beginning to caramelize.

Step 5

Sprinkle the cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and black pepper over the corn mixture. Stir well to evenly coat the vegetables with the spices.

Step 6

Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the fresh lime juice and chopped cilantro.

Step 7

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve warm as a side dish or a topping for tacos or salads.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1223.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1084.1

Total Fat 39.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1343.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 183.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 30.4g	0%
Total Sugars 63.9g
Protein 30.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 109.9mg	0%
Iron 8.1mg	0%
Potassium 2977.1mg	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: 29.2%

Protein: 10.1%

Carbs: 60.6%