Sauteed Fresh Corn

Serves 4

Ingredients:

• 1 teaspoon olive oil
• ½ cup prosciutto, cut into strips
• 2 cups fresh corn kernels (cut from about 4 medium ears of corn) or frozen corn
• 1 green bell pepper, seeded, cored and diced
• 1 teaspoon minced garlic

Directions

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the prosciutto and sauté until the meat is crisp, about 5 minutes. Stir in the corn, bell pepper and garlic. Sauté, stirring occasionally for 5 to 7 minutes, or until the kernels are tender. Serve immediately.

Nutritional Analysis:

(per serving)


Serving size: ¼ of recipe

Calories: 103


Protein: 5 g


Carbohydrate: 19 g


Total fat: 2 g


Saturated fat: 1 g


Monounsaturated fat: 1 g


Cholesterol: 5 mg


Sodium: 192 mg


Fiber: 2.5 g


Potassium: 263 mg


Calcium: 8 mg

Diabetes Exchanges:

1 carbohydrate serving

Dietitian’s tip: Instead of bacon, this recipe uses prosciutto – a seasoned Italian ham- which has less fat and calories. If you prefer, substitute lean luncheon ham or smoked turkey for the prosciutto.