Description
Mexican Street Corn Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that captures the essence of summer with every bite. Combining sweet corn, tangy lime, and creamy dressing, this salad is perfect as a side dish or a centerpiece at your next gathering. With its dynamic flavors and colorful presentation, it’s sure to impress guests and become a staple at barbecues and potlucks alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups fresh corn kernels (about 4 ears of corn)
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt)
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 cup crumbled Cotija cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Instructions
- Prepare the Corn: Boil or grill the corn until tender, about 5-7 minutes for fresh corn. Let cool slightly before cutting the kernels off the cob.
- Mix the Dressing: In a large bowl, whisk together mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt), lime juice, and chili powder.
- Combine Ingredients: Add corn kernels to the dressing, then fold in Cotija cheese and cilantro until well mixed.
- Taste Test: Adjust seasoning with additional lime juice or chili powder as needed.
- Chill: Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Serve: Transfer to a serving dish and garnish with extra Cotija cheese and cilantro if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (120g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, grill the corn until slightly charred.- Customize by adding diced jalapeños for heat or avocado for creaminess.