Creamy Mexican Street Corn Salad with a Kick
Creamy Mexican Street Corn Salad with a Kick is a vibrant, mouthwatering dish that combines the sweetness of grilled corn with zesty lime and a creamy dressing. Perfect for summer barbecues or cozy family dinners, this salad is sure to impress your guests with its explosion of flavors and textures. With its quick preparation time and customizable options, it’s a versatile side dish that pairs beautifully with grilled meats or can stand alone as part of a colorful vegetarian feast.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling and Grilling
- 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 substitute
- Salt to taste
- Optional: chopped cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Shuck the corn and remove silk strands. Boil in salted water for 5-7 minutes until tender.
- Transfer boiled corn to a medium-high grill and char for about 10 minutes.
- In a large bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, chili powder, and salt until smooth.
- Cut kernels off the cob and add to the bowl along with cotija cheese (or substitute). Mix gently until combined.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to enhance flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg