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Tex Mex Veggies Recipe

Recreate the magic of Tia's Cancun veggies! Their restaurants may be closed, but this vibrant Tex-Mex side dish keeps their legendary flavor alive. A healthier, lower-carb alternative to rice and beans, perfect for serving alongside your favorite Mexican dishes. This recipe is diabetic-friendly and bursting with fresh, exciting tastes.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 40 kcal
Protein 4g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
Tex Mex Veggies 21

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Tex Mex Veggies

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How to Make Tex Mex Veggies

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add bell peppers and onions; sauté for 5-7 minutes, until slightly softened.
  3. Stir in corn, zucchini, and black beans. Cook for another 3-5 minutes.
  4. Add cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, and oregano. Cook for 1 minute more, stirring constantly, to toast the spices.
  5. Pour in vegetable broth and lime juice. Bring to a simmer, reduce heat, and cook for 5 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
  6. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

21g

Fat

0g

Carbs

2g

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30 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Cuisine Preparation North American Low Protein Healthy Side Dishes Vegetables American Mexican Southwestern United States Tex Mex Easy Diabetic Low Fat Vegetarian Dietary Low Sodium Low Cholesterol Low Saturated Fat Low Calorie Low Carb Inexpensive Healthy 2 Low In Something Corn Onions Squash Technique