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Mexican Street Corn Salad: A Flavorful Fiesta Bowl


  • Author: amelia
  • Total Time: 17 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

This Mexican Street Corn Salad is a zesty, creamy, and vibrant side dish inspired by the classic elote. It’s packed with charred corn, tangy lime, creamy mayo, and crumbled cheese — perfect for potlucks, tacos, or as a summer BBQ favorite.


Ingredients

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  • 4 cups corn kernels (fresh, canned, or frozen)

  • ¼ cup mayonnaise

  • ¼ cup sour cream

  • ½ cup cotija or feta cheese, crumbled

  • 1 garlic clove, minced

  • ¼ cup chopped cilantro

  • 2 tbsp lime juice (about 1 lime)

  • ½ tsp chili powder

  • Salt and pepper to taste

  • Optional: chopped jalapeño for extra heat


Instructions

  1. Char the corn: In a hot skillet or grill pan, cook the corn until slightly charred (about 5–7 minutes), stirring occasionally. Let it cool slightly.

  2. Mix dressing: In a large bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, garlic, lime juice, chili powder, salt, and pepper.

  3. Combine: Add the corn to the bowl along with crumbled cheese and cilantro. Mix until evenly coated.

  4. Serve: Garnish with extra cheese, cilantro, and a sprinkle of chili powder. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Notes

  • Want it spicier? Add jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce.

  • Cotija is traditional, but feta or queso fresco works well too.

  • You can use grilled corn on the cob for extra smoky flavor.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 7 minutes

Nutrition

  • Calories: 230 kcal
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 280mg
  • Fat: 18 g
  • Carbohydrates: 15 g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 5g