Mexican Veggies with Queso

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Delicious combo of fresh veggies, with spices and queso. You can add other veggies to this such as carrots and corn. Top with sour cream and salsa if desired.

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Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
13 mins
Total Time:
28 mins
Servings:
4
Yield:
4 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil

  • ½ cup chopped red onion

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 2 zucchini, thinly sliced

  • 1 yellow squash, thinly sliced

  • 1 chayote squash, thinly sliced

  • 1 cup peeled, chopped jicama

  • 2 tomatoes, chopped

  • 1 teaspoon chili powder

  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin

  • 1 pinch cayenne pepper

  • salt and pepper to taste

  • 1 cup shredded queso asadero (white Mexican cheese)

Directions

  1. Heat the vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Stir in the onion and garlic; cook and stir until the onion has softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes. Add zucchini, yellow squash, and chayote. Cover, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes. Add the chopped jicama; cover and cook 3 minutes. Stir in the tomatoes, chili powder, cumin, cayenne, salt, and pepper. Cover and let cook for 2 minutes.

  2. Remove from heat and stir in the shredded cheese. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

203 Calories
12g Fat
17g Carbs
10g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 203
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 12g 16%
Saturated Fat 6g 29%
Cholesterol 30mg 10%
Sodium 209mg 9%
Total Carbohydrate 17g 6%
Dietary Fiber 6g 21%
Total Sugars 6g
Protein 10g 19%
Vitamin C 42mg 46%
Calcium 242mg 19%
Iron 2mg 9%
Potassium 698mg 15%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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