Jalapeno Spiced Mexican Zucchini and Corn Topped with a Fried Egg
 
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A filling egg recipe that has protein, vegetables and a bit of fruit. It is a balanced and meatless meal that is perfect for any day of the week.
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Recipe type: Breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, Eggs
Cuisine: Mexican, Fusion, Meatless Meal
Serves: 2
Ingredients
  • 1-2 large jalapeno peppers, roughly chopped
  • 1 large zucchini, quartered and sliced
  • 1 can of corn (drained) or fresh corn when in season
  • 1 large tomato, finely chopped
  • 1 small white onion, finely chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • pinch of fine sea salt, or to taste
  • pinch of ground black pepper, or to taste
  • 1-2 tbsp. olive oil
  • 3-4 eggs, enough for two people
  • butter or olive oil to cook eggs
  • crumbled queso fresco or feta cheese
Instructions
  1. Heat the oil, saute the onions until translucent. Next add the garlic and cook for 2 minutes stirring often. Add the corn and cook for 5 minutes. If using fresh corn cook until the corn becomes tender. Next add the jalapenos, tomato, zucchini, salt and pepper. Stir, cover, turn the heat to low and continue to cook until the zucchini has soften and tomatoes have broken apart. Taste and adjust seasoning if desired.
  2. Melt some butter or heat the oil and cook eggs as desired -- either sunny-side up or over-easy. Plate the vegetables and top with fried egg(s) and crumbled queso fresco or feta. Enjoy!
Notes
This meatless meal is great as a breakfast, brunch, lunch or light dinner.
Recipe by Spicie Foodie ™ at https://www.spiciefoodie.com/jalapeno-spiced-mexican-zucchini-and-corn-topped-with-a-fried-egg/