18. Mexican Cauliflower Rice. Ready in 30 minutes, low-carb, and vegan, this healthy side dish is one to keep on hand. It’s flavored with spices, fresh herbs, and bright …
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How to make Calabacitas In a large skillet, heat the oil and butter over medium heat. Add the onion and cook about two minutes. Add the zucchini, tomato, corn salt & pepper. Mix all ingredients well. Cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 8 minutes.
The recipe above has 10 net grams per serving, so it isn’t super high in net carbs, but if you’re trying to stay under 20 net grams per day, that can be challenging! To make this more keto-friendly, skip the corn, then add 1 cup of shredded cheese to the calabacitas before serving.
Calabacitas Con Queso (little squash with cheese) is also often called Calabacitas Con Elote (little squash with corn) at some Mexican establishments. It’s a quick-cooked vegetable dish filled with bright yellow squash, zucchini, sweet bell peppers, bold poblano peppers, corn, distinct spices, and topped with cilantro.
Calabacitas can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days in an airtight container. Leftovers can be reheated in a microwave on high for 1-2 minutes, stirring halfway through, until fully warmed through. You can also reheat it on the stove in a skillet or pot over medium-high heat until hot.