Succotash of Fresh Corn, Lima Beans, Tomatoes and Onions

A classic Southern side dish combining fresh corn, tender lima beans, juicy tomatoes, and sautéed onions, finished with fragrant basil. This colorful succotash is both nutritious and delicious.

6 servings
27 min

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • cups onion
  • 1 to taste coarse kosher salt
  • 1 clove garlic
  • 3 cups red tomatoes
  • cups corn kernels
  • 2 cups lima beans
  • 3 tablespoons fresh basil

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1.

    Heat oil in heavy large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and sprinkle with coarse salt. Sauté until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add garlic; stir until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add tomatoes, corn, and lima beans. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until corn and lima beans are tender and tomatoes are soft, about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Season to taste with salt and pepper. DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and chill. Rewarm before continuing.

    26 min

  2. 2.

    Stir in basil and serve.

    1 min

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