Best Southwestern Corn And Black Bean Skillet Recipes

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SOUTHWESTERN BEAN SKILLET



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30-minute recipe! You won't miss the meat in a one-skillet supper packed with corn, peppers, beans and tomatoes.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup fresh corn kernels or frozen corn
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 small green bell pepper, chopped (1/2 cup)
1 small onion, chopped (1/4 cup)
1 can (15 ounces) chili beans in sauce, undrained
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 cup shredded Mexican Cheddar Jack with jalapeño pepper cheese blend (4 ounces)
2 medium tomatoes, chopped (1 1/2 cups)

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients except cheese and tomatoes in 12-inch skillet. Heat to boiling; reduce heat. Cover and simmer 5 minutes.
  • Uncover and simmer 5 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are tender. Stir in cheese and tomatoes until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 425, Carbohydrate 57 g, Cholesterol 30 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 13 g, Protein 24 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1660 mg

SOUTHWESTERN BLACK BEANS



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This side dish is low in calories and fat and a quick way to dress up black beans, which are a good source of fiber and protein. Try it with pinto beans as well.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 15m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 teaspoons peanut oil
1 small jalapeno pepper with some seeds, minced
1 large clove garlic, minced
One 15-ounce can black beans, rinsed and strained
1/2 teaspoon finely chopped fresh oregano
Kosher salt
2 teaspoons to 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons roughly chopped fresh cilantro
Zest of 1/2 lime, optional

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the jalapeno and garlic and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add the beans, 1/3 cup water, oregano and 1/8 teaspoon salt and cook, stirring, until most of the liquid is evaporated, about 3 minutes. Remove from the heat, stir in the lime juice and adjust seasoning. Transfer to a serving bowl, sprinkle with the cilantro and lime zest if using and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 210 calorie, Fat 6 grams, SaturatedFat 1 grams, Sodium 780 milligrams, Carbohydrate 30 grams, Fiber 8 grams, Protein 10 grams, Sugar 1 grams

SOUTHWESTERN SAUTEED CORN



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My mother-in-law came up with this corn skillet dish one night for dinner. Everyone who tries it absolutely loves it! -Chandy Ward, Aumsville, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 tablespoon butter
3-1/3 cups fresh corn or 1 package (16 ounces) frozen corn
1 plum tomato, chopped
1 tablespoon lime juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/3 cup minced fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • In a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, heat butter over medium-high heat. Add corn; cook and stir until tender, 3-5 minutes. Reduce heat to medium-low; stir in tomato, lime juice, salt and cumin. Cook until heated through, 3-4 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 104 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 256mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SOUTHWEST SKILLET CORN



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"This colorful stir-fried side complements any Mexican menu nicely," says Marilyn Smudzinski of Peru, Illinois.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped
1 tablespoon finely chopped seeded jalapeno pepper
1 tablespoon butter
1-1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 package (16 ounces) frozen corn, thawed
1/3 cup minced fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • In a large nonstick skillet, saute red pepper and jalapeno in butter until tender. Add cumin; cook for 30 seconds. Add corn and cilantro; saute 2 minutes longer or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 138 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 37mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

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