Zucchini Chile-Cheddar Mash

By MaryEllen

This recipe for mashed zucchini with chiles and Cheddar embraces zucchini’s tendency to become very soft when cooked.

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon canola oil
• 1 1/4 pounds zucchini (2-3 medium), halved lengthwise and sliced
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 1 4-ounce can diced green chiles, drained
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup grated extra-sharp Cheddar cheese

Details

Servings 4
Preparation time 25mins
Cooking time 25mins
Adapted from eatingwell.com

Preparation

Step 1

Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add zucchini and onion; stir to coat. Cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until very soft and lightly browned, 12 to 15 minutes. Stir in chiles and salt; cook until heated through, 1 minute more.

Transfer to a medium bowl. Mash with a potato masher until chunky, not completely smooth. Stir in cheese and serve immediately.

Per serving: 126 calories; 9 g fat (3 g sat, 4 g mono); 15 mg cholesterol; 8 g carbohydrates; 0 g added sugars; 6 g protein; 2 g fiber; 307 mg sodium; 442 mg potassium.