Succotash

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

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Succotash is a delightful and colorful dish that celebrates the vibrant flavors of summer vegetables, making it a perfect side for any meal. This vegetarian and gluten-free recipe is quick to prepare, taking just 35 minutes, and serves four, making it ideal for family gatherings or casual dinners. With its perfect balance of creamy richness and fresh produce, succotash is not only a treat for the taste buds but also a feast for the eyes.

The star ingredients of this dish are the sweet corn and tender lima beans or edamame, combined with the freshness of scallions. The heavy cream adds a luscious texture that elevates the simpler vegetables into a luxurious side dish. Plus, the combination of butter, salt, and pepper enhances these natural flavors without overpowering them.

This dish is versatile, pairing wonderfully with anything from grilled meats to roasted tofu. As you stir the ingredients together in a skillet, you’ll be treated to the irresistible aroma of cooking butter and fresh scallions wafting through your kitchen. It's hard to resist the urge to scoop out a generous helping right as it’s done!

Whether you are a seasoned cook or a kitchen novice, this succotash recipe is easy to follow and guaranteed to impress your family and friends. So grab your frying pan and get ready to savor this delightful dish that embodies the essence of home-cooked goodness!

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