Creamy Mexican Street Corn Salad with a Kick
If you’re in search of a vibrant and flavorful dish that captures the essence of summer, look no further than this Creamy Mexican Street Corn Salad with a Kick. This delightful salad features sweet grilled corn mixed with a zesty lime-infused creamy dressing, making it an irresistible addition to any meal. Perfect for backyard barbecues, family gatherings, or casual weeknight dinners, this recipe is sure to impress your guests and keep them coming back for more. With its customizable nature and colorful presentation, this salad is as fun to make as it is to eat!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately six people 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Grilling/Boiling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
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- 4 ears fresh corn on the cob
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 cup crumbled cotija cheese (or feta)
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro (optional)
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Shuck the corn, removing all silk strands. Boil the corn in salted water for 5-7 minutes until tender.
- Grill the boiled corn over medium-high heat for about 10 minutes until charred. Let cool before cutting off the kernels.
- In a large bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, chili powder, and salt until smooth.
- Fold in the corn kernels and crumbled cotija cheese (and cilantro if using). Mix gently until well combined.
- Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg