Irresistible Mexican Street Corn Salad You Must Try Today!
A vibrant and flavorful Mexican street corn salad that combines sweet corn, creamy dressing, and zesty spices for a refreshing side dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling and Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 4 cups fresh corn kernels (about 6 ears of corn)
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 cup crumbled cotija cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 lime, juiced
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Grill the corn on medium-high heat until charred, about 10 minutes. Let it cool.
- In a large bowl, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
- Add the cooled corn kernels to the bowl and mix well.
- Fold in the crumbled cotija cheese and chopped cilantro.
- Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add diced jalapeños.
- This salad can be made a day in advance for better flavor.
- Use grilled or roasted corn for a smoky flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg