Succotash

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
3%
Succotash
35 min.
4
320kcal

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Succotash is a delightful and colorful dish that embodies the essence of summer with its vibrant mix of vegetables. This vegetarian and gluten-free recipe is not only quick to prepare, taking only 35 minutes, but it is also rich in flavors and textures that will elevate any meal.

The combination of sweet corn and tender lima beans or edamame offers a satisfying crunch, while the scallions add a fresh, aromatic note that brightens the dish. The creamy richness from the heavy cream brings everything together, creating a luscious texture that coats the vegetables beautifully. It's an iconic side dish that pairs well with grilled meats or can stand alone as a healthy, fulfilling option for a light meal.

With just 320 calories per serving, succotash is a guilt-free pleasure that fits well into many dietary lifestyles. Whether you're hosting a summer barbecue or simply looking for a wholesome accompaniment to your dinner plate, this succotash is sure to impress your guests and delight your taste buds. Join me in celebrating the colorful bounty of vegetables with this easy-to-make recipe that brings both nutrition and deliciousness to your table!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper black
  • 10 oz corn kernels frozen thawed (2 cups)
  • 10 oz baby lima beans frozen shelled thawed (soybeans; 2 cups)
  • 0.5 cup cup heavy whipping cream 
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt to taste
  • bunch spring onion chopped
  • tablespoons butter unsalted

Equipment

  • frying pan

Directions

  1. Heat butter in a 12-inch heavy skillet over moderate heat until foam subsides, then cook scallions, stirring, until softened, about 2 minutes.
  2. Add beans and cook, stirring occasionally, 5 minutes.
  3. Add corn, salt, and pepper, and cook, stirring occasionally, 3 minutes.
  4. Add cream and cook, stirring, until cream is simmering and vegetables are tender, about 3 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

Calories320kcal
Protein9.67%
Fat55.11%
Carbs35.22%

Properties

Glycemic Index
16
Glycemic Load
0.12
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
9.9113043028375%

Flavonoids

Kaempferol
0.08mg
Quercetin
0.64mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:320.02kcal
16%
Fat:20.45g
31.47%
Saturated Fat:12.49g
78.05%
Carbohydrates:29.4g
9.8%
Net Carbohydrates:23.51g
8.55%
Sugar:4.16g
4.63%
Cholesterol:56.19mg
18.73%
Sodium:483.03mg
21%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:8.07g
16.14%
Manganese:0.62mg
31.06%
Fiber:5.89g
23.56%
Vitamin A:926.75IU
18.54%
Vitamin K:14.52µg
13.82%
Potassium:464.63mg
13.28%
Phosphorus:128.7mg
12.87%
Folate:51.46µg
12.86%
Magnesium:48.58mg
12.14%
Vitamin B2:0.18mg
10.65%
Iron:1.91mg
10.58%
Vitamin C:8.32mg
10.09%
Vitamin B1:0.12mg
7.8%
Vitamin B6:0.15mg
7.74%
Vitamin B3:1.49mg
7.46%
Copper:0.13mg
6.38%
Calcium:54.69mg
5.47%
Zinc:0.78mg
5.21%
Vitamin B5:0.48mg
4.8%
Selenium:2.96µg
4.23%
Vitamin D:0.63µg
4.22%
Vitamin E:0.62mg
4.11%
Vitamin B12:0.07µg
1.09%
Source:Epicurious