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Published July 14, 2013 | Last Updated September 4, 2024 By Barbara Bianchi 10 Comments

Zucchini And Corn Sauté With Bacon Recipe

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This easy bacon, corn, and zucchini sauté is a delicious side where the veggies really shine. 

This post has been updated with more helpful tips, new photos, and a video.

zucchini and corn sauté with bacon

It’s the bacon that makes this side dish irresistible. This easy naturally gluten free zucchini and corn sauté with bacon is the perfect choice for your next holiday meal or potluck dinner.

It will go quick.

This dish is just a taste of the fresh, nutritious goodness that you will find in my extensive array of vegetable and salad recipes, perfect for any season.”

Sautéing is the simple nutritious way to integrate the flavors in this dish. 

How to sauté

Using the dry-heat from your hot pan and the small amount of fat from your bacon, your veggies will develop incredible flavor. Simply, toss them around with a wooden spoon so they cook evenly.

overhead shot of finished dish on a white plate with a black fork

To make this zucchini and corn sauté, you’ll only need six ingredients.

ingredients: zucchini, corn, bacon, onions, cheese, and white pepperIngredients

• Bacon: My choice today is Applegate organic Sunday bacon because it doesn’t contain any nitrites or chemical preservatives. You can go with your favorite bacon.

Bacon is the ultimate flavor booster that infuses a salty and savory taste and an irresistible texture to this dish.

• Zucchini: My zucchini is fresh from my garden. You can’t beat that just picked flavor. Zucchini from your local supermarket will work perfectly well too.

woman's hands picking zucchini from her home garden

• Corn: Today, I’m using frozen organic corn so there’s no worry about GMOs. Whether it’s frozen, fresh corn in season or canned corn that’s been drained, they’ll work great in this recipe.

You can use yellow or white corn as well, whichever you prefer.

• Onion: I love the sweet taste and soft texture that onions add to the dish.

• White pepper: White pepper has a milder more earthy taste than black pepper. Black pepper will work in this recipe too.

• Sharp cheddar cheese: The cheese I have today is naturally lactose-free cheese due to a natural aging process. So if you have a lactose sensitivity, it’s good to know.

I recommend cheese that you grate yourself. The pre-grated type contains preservatives meant to keep it from clumping. It doesn’t melt quite as well.

That being said, I have used pre-grated Sargento 4 cheese Mexican cheese in this recipe and it was fine. You can go with any grated cheese you prefer.

close up of finished dish on a plate

Variations on this recipe

Yellow squash can be substituted for zucchini in this dish. You can also mix and match both for a colorful and flavorful variation.

If you prefer a spicier version of this sauté, simply add cayenne pepper or throw in some diced jalapeño for an extra kick.

Let me show you how easy it is to make.

Instructions

*Free printable recipe card is available at the end of the post. 

Start by cooking your bacon in a large skillet until crispy. Then transfer your bacon to a paper towel-lined plate and set aside.

bacon on a paper towel-lined plate

Then add corn, zucchini and onion to the bacon fat in the skillet. Sauté for about ten minutes.

zucchini, corn, and bacon sautéing in a skillet

Finally, season with a dash of pepper, top with bacon, and shredded cheese. Stir until your cheese is melted.

And that’s it. Easy peasy.

Serving suggestions

This zucchini corn sauté is incredibly versatile and pairs beautifully with a variety of dinner dishes.

It complements everything from chicken and beef such as, gluten free chicken enchiladas and beef and bean tostadas to easy and delicious fish dishes like, gluten free sole meunière.

Plus it’s a great match for crowd-pleasing pasta dishes for example, gluten free baked ziti, rich and flavorful lamb recipes like, gluten free lamb meatballs and pork favorites such as the best gluten free barbecue baby back ribs — a finger-licking good recipe.

Pro tips and recipe notes

• Gather all your ingredients. Measure, grate, and dice so you’ll be ready to start. This recipe comes together fast.

Preparing ahead of time? Absolutely! You can grate your cheese and dice the vegetables up to a day before cooking them and store them in separate sealed containers in the fridge.

• It’s best to dice all the veggies into similar sizes so they cook evenly.

• I love using organic veggies whenever I can, but you can certainly go with conventionally grown veggies. It’s up to you.

• Leftovers will keep, covered in the fridge, for up to 4-5 days.

Bacon, Corn and Zucchini Sauté in a china vegetable bowl with handles

I can’t wait for you to taste this. It’s so good.

And if you have any questions, please reach out to me in the comments or shoot me an email. I’ll respond ASAP.

Love zucchini? Try these recipes

Zucchini Lasagna Recipe That Really Rocks – This casserole is a delicious low carb meal!  And I’ve included a cool cooking video so you can watch how to make it.

Gluten Free Baked Zucchini Chips – These are an instant hit, especially with the kids (no leftover veggies tonight!) They’re perfect for snacking, movie night, game day, or along side main dinner dishes.

Grilled Zucchini Roll Ups – Rolling up grilled zucchini with bolognese sauce and fresh parmesan really takes grilled zucchini to the next level. Wow! These little roll ups make an amazing appetizer. 

Stuffed Zucchini Boats – Beautiful green sticks of zucchini hollowed into boats and filled with sausage and Gruyere cheese are so incredibly tasty and fun to eat too!

7 Healthy & Delicious Zoodles (Zucchini Noodles) Recipes – Here you will find my collection of fun zoodle recipes.

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Zucchini And Corn Sauté With Bacon

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This easy bacon, corn, and zucchini sauté is a delicious side where the veggies really sing. 
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Prep Time 10 minutes minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes minutes
Total Time 25 minutes minutes
Servings 8
Calories 226kcal
Author Barbara Bianchi

Ingredients

  • 8 ounces bacon
  • 1 pound frozen corn
  • 1 1/2 cups zucchini diced
  • 1/2 onion diced
  • dash of white pepper
  • 1/4 cup sharp cheddar cheese grated

Instructions

  • Cook bacon in a large skillet. Remove bacon to a plate, chop and set aside.
    8 ounces bacon
  • Add corn, zucchini and onion to the bacon fat in the skillet. Saute for 10 minutes.
    1 pound frozen corn, 1 1/2 cups zucchini, 1/2 onion
  • Season with a dash of pepper, sprinkle with shredded cheese and bacon. Stir and serve immediately.
    dash of white pepper, 1/4 cup sharp cheddar cheese

Notes

• Gather all your ingredients. Measure, grate, and dice so you’ll be ready to start. This recipe comes together fast.
Preparing ahead of time? Absolutely! You can grate your cheese and dice the vegetables up to a day before cooking them and store them in separate sealed containers in the fridge.
• It’s best to dice all the veggies into similar sizes so they cook evenly.
• I love using organic veggies whenever I can, but you can certainly go with conventionally grown veggies. It's up to you.
• Yellow squash can be substituted for zucchini in this dish. You can also mix and match both for a colorful and flavorful variation.
• If you prefer a spicier version of this sauté, simply add cayenne pepper or throw in some diced jalapeño for an extra kick.
• Leftovers will keep, covered in the fridge, for up to 4-5 days.

Nutrition

Calories: 226kcal | Carbohydrates: 5.9g
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Corn, Bacon, Zucchini Saute

 

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  1. Bonnie McSpadden says

    July 15, 2013 at 1:34 am

    I am going to have to try this recipe! It has all the things I love! Bacon corn and zucchini! I can’t wait to try it!

    Reply
    • Barbara says

      July 15, 2013 at 11:24 pm

      Thanks for visiting, Bonnie. I hope you love this as much as my family does.

      Reply
  2. Liz Who Motivates says

    July 15, 2013 at 2:43 am

    Thanks Barbara! Looks delish and easy to make….always looking for healthy recipes 🙂

    Reply
    • Barbara says

      July 15, 2013 at 11:28 pm

      Thank you, Liz for your encouraging comments.

      Reply
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