Simple Sauteed Corn

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Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 yellow onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, diced
  • 2 stalks celery, diced
  • 2-3 cups frozen corn (or substitute frozen chopped broccoli, cauliflower, peas)
  • 4 tablespoons heavy cream or milk or a combination
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • Dash black pepper
  • Pinch sugar
  • 1 teaspoon of your favorite herbs, minced (my current favorites are mint and parsley)

Instructions

  1. Melt the butter in a large, preferably cast iron pan. Saute the onion for about 15 minutes on medium-low heat till it's nice and soft.
  2. Add the celery and saute for another few minutes till it's softening. Add the garlic and saute for 2-3 minutes longer till fragrant.
  3. Add the vegetables and cook, stirring occasionally, for about 10 minutes till heated through and through. Pour in the cream/milk and the seasonings. Heat through, stirring.
  4. Stir in the herbs and serve warm.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

515 kcal 26% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 7g 14% DV
Total Fat 39.4g 51% DV
Carbs 40.1g 15% DV
Fiber 9g 32% DV
Sugar 4.4g 9% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 9844.3mg 100% DV
Potassium 549.5mg 12% DV
Cholesterol 103.3mg 34% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 115mcg 13% DV
Vitamin C 12.8mg 14% DV
Vitamin D 0.5mcg 2% DV
Calcium 152.3mg 12% DV
Iron 3.6mg 20% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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