FIESTA CORN AND BEANS

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Bursting with southwestern flavors, the zesty veggie medley here can be served as a side dish or a meatless meal-in-one. The dollop of yogurt is a cool, creamy finishing touch. -Gerald Hetrick, Erie, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 3h25m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 large onion, chopped
1 medium green pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 to 2 jalapeno peppers, seeded and sliced
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 garlic clove, minced
2 cans (16 ounces each) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 package (16 ounces) frozen corn
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 teaspoon chili powder
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon pepper
Optional toppings: Plain yogurt and sliced ripe olives

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute onion and peppers in oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Transfer to a 4-qt. slow cooker. Stir in the beans, corn, tomatoes and seasonings., Cover and cook on low for 3-4 hours or until heated through. Serve with yogurt and olives if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 149 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 380mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 8g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

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