Corn and Jalapenos Recipe

Corn and Jalapenos Recipe

Cook Time: 15 minutes

Sweet Corn with Jalapeo and Cilantro

This simple and flavorful dish is a perfect side to complement your meal. The combination of sweet corn, the kick of jalapeo, and fresh cilantro makes it a crowd-pleaser!

Ingredients

  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • 1 large jalapeo pepper, minced
  • 2 tablespoons diced onion
  • 1 cups frozen corn, thawed
  • Salt and ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro

Directions

  1. Heat olive oil in a medium-low heat pan.
  2. Add the minced jalapeo pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Add the diced onion and cook for another 2 minutes, stirring frequently, until softened.
  4. Stir in the thawed corn and season with salt and black pepper to taste.
  5. Continue cooking and stirring for about 5 minutes, or until the corn is heated through.
  6. Stir in the fresh cilantro and let everything simmer for 30 to 60 seconds to combine the flavors.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

  • Calories: 105
  • Total Fat: 4g (5% Daily Value)
  • Saturated Fat: 1g (3% Daily Value)
  • Sodium: 3mg (0% Daily Value)
  • Total Carbohydrate: 18g (7% Daily Value)
  • Dietary Fiber: 2g (8% Daily Value)
  • Total Sugars: 3g
  • Protein: 3g (5% Daily Value)
  • Vitamin C: 8mg (9% Daily Value)
  • Calcium: 6mg (0% Daily Value)
  • Iron: 0mg (2% Daily Value)
  • Potassium: 197mg (4% Daily Value)

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

Comments

Angela Lee

10/02/2025 12:00:25 PM

I topped broiled tilapia, seasoned with Adobo and Smart Balance butter, with this corn mixture. I broiled the fish, then added the corn after flipping it over. The combination was delicious!