Mexican Street Corn Salad Recipe
This Mexican Street Corn Salad is a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines charred corn with a creamy and tangy dressing, topped with cotija cheese and fresh cilantro. Perfect as a side dish or a party dip!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 18 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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Corn Salad:
- 4 cups corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned and drained)
- 1 tablespoon butter
Dressing:
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- juice of 1 lime
Additional:
- 1/2 cup cotija cheese (crumbled)
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped red onion (optional)
- extra lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- Cook the Corn: In a skillet, melt butter and cook corn until lightly charred.
- Prepare the Dressing: Whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, spices, salt, and lime juice.
- Combine Ingredients: Toss charred corn with dressing, cotija cheese, cilantro, and red onion (if using).
- Serve: Garnish with additional cheese, cilantro, and lime wedges. Serve warm or chilled.
Notes
- For extra heat, add hot sauce or jalapeño.
- This salad pairs well with grilled meats, tacos, or tortilla chips.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About ¾ cup
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 310mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
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