These fresh vegetarian tacos with zucchini and corn take advantage of summer’s best produce.

The chipotle-infused refried beans add a layer of heat.

For vegan tacos, skip the queso fresco and add chopped avocado in its place.

Refried bean paste in a pot

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Reduce heat to low and keep warm, stirring occasionally, until ready to serve.

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Heat a cast-iron skillet over high heat.

(This will leach excess water from the zucchini and keep it crisp.)

Browned corn in a cast iron skillet

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Pat the zucchini dry with paper towels.

Cook, stirring often, until the zucchini is bright green and just tender, about 4 minutes.

Spread a layer of the warm refried bean mixture evenly over each tortilla.

Chopped zucchini in a clear bowl

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Top evenly with zucchini mixture; sprinkle each with 1 tablespoon queso fresco.

Garnish with cilantro leaves, if desired.

  • Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day.

Corn, diced zucchini, and spices in a cast iron pan

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Two vegetarian tacos with zucchini & corn on a green ceramic plate

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