Mexican Squash

Name: Mexican Squash (Calabacitas)
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil; ½ cup (80 g) finely chopped onion; ½ red bell pepper, chopped; 2 medium zucchini, julienned; 2 medium yellow squash, julienned; 2 medium yellow squash, julienned; ½ teaspoon minced garlic; ½ teaspoon salt; ⅛ teaspoon chili powder; 1 tablespoon finely chopped cilantro

Calabacitas

Preparation info

Serves
6

Difficulty
Easy

Appears in

Healthy Easy Mexican

By Velda de la Garza

Published 2021

About

Two different types of squash are made more flavorful in this recipe with onions, peppers, and cilantro. Serve with Carne Guisada.

Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil
½ cup (80 g) finely chopped onion

Americas
Mexico
Side dish
Gluten-free
Central America
Vegan

Method

Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Gently sauté the onion and pepper until tender, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and sauté for 1 more minute, until fragrant.
Add the squash and sauté for 5 to 7 minutes, until cooked but still a little firm.
Toss the squash with the salt and chili powder, then top with the cilantro and serve immediatel