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Easy Fourth of July Treats One-Pan Recipe for Quick Summer Snacks to Impress

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A quick and easy one-pan recipe featuring cherry tomatoes, mini bell peppers, corn, and black beans, perfect for summer gatherings and minimal cleanup.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup mini bell peppers, sliced
  • 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned, drained)
  • 1 cup black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)
  • Lime wedges for serving

Instructions

  1. Rinse and halve the cherry tomatoes, slice the mini bell peppers, and drain and rinse the black beans. If using fresh corn, cut kernels off the cob. This should take about 10 minutes.
  2. Heat a large non-stick skillet or cast iron pan over medium heat and add 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Warm for about 2 minutes until shimmering but not smoking.
  3. Add minced garlic, smoked paprika, and cumin to the pan. Stir frequently and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Add cherry tomatoes, mini bell peppers, corn kernels, and black beans to the pan. Stir gently to combine and spread evenly.
  5. Cook the mixture undisturbed for about 5 minutes to allow the tomatoes and peppers to soften and start to char.
  6. Stir gently and cook for another 5 minutes, allowing flavors to meld while keeping an eye on the tomatoes to prevent them from becoming mushy.
  7. Season with salt and pepper to taste, toss in chopped cilantro, and sprinkle crumbled feta cheese over the top. Stir gently to combine but keep cheese mostly on top to melt slightly.
  8. Remove from heat and serve warm with lime wedges on the side.

Notes

Resist stirring too often early on to allow veggies to char and develop flavor. Add a splash of olive oil if the pan gets too dry. Avoid overcrowding the pan to prevent steaming. For vegan version, omit feta or use plant-based cheese.

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Keywords: Fourth of July, summer snacks, one-pan recipe, cherry tomatoes, black beans, quick recipe, easy snacks, vegetarian, gluten-free

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