Calabacitas Con Maize

2 T olive oil
½ c chopped onion
2 cloves of garlic minced
1 c diced zucchini
2 c fresh corn kernels
1 serrano or chile pepper finely chopped
2 plum tomatoes diced
¼ c chopped cilantro
Salt and pepper to taste

Heat the oil over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, sauté until translucent. Add the zucchini, corn and pepper.  Cover,  lower the heat and allow to cook, stirring once or twice for 3 – 5 minutes.   Vegetables should be tender.   Season with salt and pepper.   Just before serving mix in the tomato and cilantro.

This dish can be served hot or at room temperature.

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