Corn and Poblano Pepper Saute Recipe

This quick veggie side dish is versatile enough to be made in the summer or winter!

Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Yields4 cups or 8 servings

Skillet

Mixing Bowls

Ingredients

3 tbsp unsalted butter, divided
1 cup chopped onion
2 medium poblano chili peppers, seeded and diced (1 cup)
1 bag (16 oz) frozen corn or 6-8 ears fresh corn
1 cup diced fresh tomatoes
1/2 tsp sea salt or kosher salt
1/3 cup chopped cilantro
1 tbsp fresh lime juice

Instructions

1

Melt 1 1/2 tbsp of the butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.

2

Add onion; increase heat to medium-high and cook 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until onion is starting to soften and becomes light golden in spots.

3

Add peppers and cook 3 to 4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until onion is golden and tender and peppers are crisp-tender and golden in spots.

4

Remove to a bowl.

5

Melt remaining butter in same skillet over medium heat.

6

Add corn and increase heat to medium-high. Cook, stirring occasionally, 5 minutes or until corn is tender and light golden in a few spots.

7

Stir in tomatoes and cook until softened, about 1 minute.

8

Return pepper and onion mixture to skillet; stir to combine.

9

Remove from heat, transfer to mixing bowl, and stir in cilantro and lime juice.

Pro tip: Of course fresh corn, when in season, would be delicious in this recipe. You’ll need about 6 to 8 ears.