Creole Succotash Lima Beans (Printable)
Southern-inspired vegetable medley featuring lima beans, sweet corn, and Creole spices.
# What You'll Need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 2 cups fresh or frozen lima beans
02 - 1 1/2 cups fresh or frozen sweet corn kernels
03 - 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
04 - 1 medium green bell pepper, diced
05 - 1 medium onion, finely chopped
06 - 2 medium ripe tomatoes, diced
07 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
08 - 1 stalk celery, diced
→ Liquids & Fats
09 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
10 - 1/2 cup vegetable broth
→ Seasonings
11 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
12 - 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
13 - 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
14 - 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
15 - Salt and black pepper to taste
16 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
# How to Make It:
01 - Bring a medium pot of salted water to a boil. Add lima beans and cook for 10–12 minutes until just tender. Drain and set aside.
02 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion, celery, red bell pepper, and green bell pepper. Sauté for 5 minutes until softened.
03 - Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn.
04 - Add diced tomatoes, corn kernels, cooked lima beans, smoked paprika, thyme, oregano, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly.
05 - Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a gentle simmer. Cook uncovered for 12–15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are tender and flavors meld together.
06 - Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Remove from heat and sprinkle with fresh parsley.
07 - Serve warm as a side dish or over rice for a complete vegetarian meal.
# Expert Hacks:
01 -
- The Creole seasoning transform humble vegetables into something that feels like a celebration
- It's one of those dishes that actually tastes better the next day, if you somehow have leftovers
02 -
- Overcooking the lima beans in the first step is the most common mistake, so check them a minute early
- The vegetables continue cooking after you add the broth, so err on the side of slightly firm when you combine them
03 -
- If using frozen vegetables, don't thaw them first as they can become waterlogged and mushy
- Cast iron skillets create a beautiful fond at the bottom that adds another layer of flavor complexity