Mexican Street Corn Salad (Elote in a Bowl) is a must!
A delicious and vibrant Mexican Street Corn Salad, also known as Elote in a Bowl, perfect for Taco Night.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 4 cups corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 cup cotija cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 lime, juiced
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the corn kernels, mayonnaise, and sour cream.
- Add the crumbled cotija cheese, chopped cilantro, lime juice, and chili powder.
- Mix well until all ingredients are combined.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
Notes
- For a smoky flavor, grill the corn before adding it to the salad.
- This salad can be made a day in advance for convenience.
- Adjust the amount of chili powder based on your spice preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg