Description
Creamy Mexican street corn salad with a kick is a vibrant, flavorful dish that perfectly captures the essence of summer. This delightful salad combines the sweetness of grilled corn with zesty lime and a rich, creamy dressing, creating an explosion of flavors in every bite. Whether served at a backyard barbecue or as a refreshing side for family dinners, this easy-to-make dish will impress your guests.
Ingredients
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- 4 ears fresh corn
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 cup cotija cheese
- Salt to taste
- Optional: jalapeños for heat
Instructions
- Shuck and clean the corn. Boil in salted water for 5-7 minutes until tender.
- Grill the corn over medium-high heat for about 10 minutes until charred. Cool slightly and cut kernels off the cob.
- In a large bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, chili powder, and salt until smooth.
- Add corn kernels, cotija cheese, and cilantro (if using) to the bowl and mix gently.
- Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 20mg