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Mexican Street Corn Salad

Delicious Mexican Street Corn Salad You'll Crave All Summer

This Mexican Street Corn Salad offers vibrant flavors that capture the essence of summer, perfect for cookouts and potlucks.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 4 ears Corn Kernels Use fresh corn off the cob or frozen corn, well-dried.
  • ½ cup Mayonnaise Can substitute with vegan mayo for a dairy-free version.
  • ½ cup Sour Cream Can be replaced with dairy-free sour cream.
  • 1 cup Cotija Cheese Can be swapped with feta or omitted for a vegan option.
  • ¼ cup Cilantro Can substitute with parsley if not preferred.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Fresh garlic is recommended.
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice Freshly squeezed is best.
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder Adjust based on personal heat preference.
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Regular paprika can be used, but smoked is preferred.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Knife
  • Cutting Board

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Begin by preparing the corn. Cut fresh corn kernels off the cob or thaw and dry frozen corn.
  2. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat, add butter, then the corn. Let it char for 2 minutes, stirring for another 5-7 minutes until caramelized.
  3. In a large bowl, mix mayonnaise, sour cream, minced garlic, lime juice, chili powder, smoked paprika, and seasoning until smooth.
  4. Fold the charred corn into the dressing mixture, add crumbled cotija cheese and chopped cilantro until well mixed.
  5. Transfer to a serving bowl, garnish with extra cotija cheese, chili powder, and lime wedges. Serve immediately or chill for an hour.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 5gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

To enhance flavor, ensure proper charring of the corn and adjust seasoning to taste.

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