Fresh Grilled Corn and Zucchini Succotash
A quick and easy summer side dish featuring smoky grilled corn and tender zucchini combined with lima beans and fresh herbs for a light, fresh, and satisfying flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 ears fresh corn on the cob, husked
- 2 medium zucchini, sliced into 1/4-inch thick half-moons
- 1 cup cooked fresh or frozen lima beans
- 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
- 3 stalks green onions, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley or basil, chopped
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Optional: pinch of smoked paprika or chili flakes
Instructions
- Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (around 400°F).
- Husk the corn and trim the ends. Slice zucchini into 1/4-inch thick half-moons. Toss zucchini in 1 tablespoon olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Grill corn directly on the grates, turning every 2-3 minutes for 10-12 minutes until kernels are slightly charred and tender. Grill zucchini slices for 3-4 minutes per side until tender with grill marks.
- Let corn cool for about 5 minutes, then carefully slice kernels off the cob into a bowl.
- In a large bowl, combine grilled corn kernels, zucchini, cooked lima beans, diced red bell pepper, and green onions. Drizzle with remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil and fresh lime juice. Season with salt, pepper, and optional smoked paprika or chili flakes. Toss gently to combine.
Notes
Use a serrated knife to cut corn kernels off the cob to avoid crushing them. Keep zucchini slices about 1/4 inch thick to maintain texture and avoid mushiness. Rotate corn regularly on the grill for even cooking. If no grill is available, roast vegetables at 425°F for 15-20 minutes or use a grill pan on stovetop.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 6
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 7
- Saturated Fat: 1
- Carbohydrates: 20
- Fiber: 4
- Protein: 5
Keywords: grilled corn, zucchini, succotash, summer side dish, easy recipe, healthy, vegan, gluten-free