Summer Succotash

This Ontario version of succotash has crisp textures and fresh flavours. It is a colourful addition to any barbecue or buffet.

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Serves: 6

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Ingredients

  • 2 large cobs Ontario Corn
  • 1 tbsp (15 mL) vegetable oil
  • 1 cup (250 mL) chopped Ontario Greenhouse Sweet Orange Pepper
  • 2 large cloves Ontario Garlic, crushed
  • 2 cups (500 mL) bite-size pieces Ontario Green Beans
  • 1/4 cup (50 mL) water
  • 2 cups (500 mL) coarsely chopped Ontario Tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup (125 mL) sliced fresh Ontario Basil Leaves
  • 1/2 tsp (2 mL) salt 
  • 1/4 tsp (1 mL) pepper

Garnish: fresh Ontario Basil Leaves 
 

Instructions

Slice kernels from corn cobs; set aside. In large nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat; cook orange pepper and garlic, stirring for 1 minute. 

Stir in corn, green beans and water; reduce heat to medium-low, cover and cook for 5 to 7 minutes or just until beans are tender-crisp.

Stir in tomatoes, sliced basil, salt and pepper; cook, uncovered, for 2 minutes or until tomatoes are warm. Garnish with basil leaves. Serve hot or at room temperature.

Nutritional information

  • PROTEIN: 3 grams
  • FAT: 3 grams
  • CARBOHYDRATE: 15 grams
  • CALORIES: 95
  • FIBRE: 3 grams
  • SODIUM: 230 mg