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Spicy Mexican Zucchini: A Flavor-Packed Home Delight

This Spicy Mexican Zucchini recipe is a quick and flavorful way to enjoy extra veggies in your meals.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Zucchini
  • 3 medium zucchini fresh Mexican zucchini
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for sautéing
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
For the Spice Blend
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika sweet or smoked
  • to taste salt
For Garnish
  • to taste fresh cilantro chopped
  • as needed lime wedges for serving

Equipment

  • Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Wash the zucchinis and slice them into half-moons, about half an inch thick.
  2. Preheat the skillet over medium heat for a few minutes.
  3. Add olive oil to the skillet, then sauté the minced garlic for about 30 seconds.
  4. Toss the sliced zucchini into the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes until tender but crisp.
  5. Sprinkle in cumin, chili powder, and paprika; cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
  6. Season with salt to taste and cook for another minute.
  7. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 2gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This dish can be customized with different spices or garnishes to suit your taste preferences.

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