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Mexican Street Corn Salad

Mexican Street Corn Salad
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Mexican Street Corn Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that embodies the spirit of summer gatherings. With the sweetness of corn, zesty lime, and creamy dressing, this salad is sure to be a crowd-pleaser at barbecues, picnics, or weeknight dinners. In just 20 minutes, you can create a flavorful side that not only enhances your meal but also invites everyone to come back for more. It’s gluten-free, versatile, and can be prepared ahead of time for added convenience.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups corn (about 24 oz frozen)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 red bell pepper (diced)
  • 1 bunch fresh cilantro (minced; reserve some leaves for garnish)
  • 1 jalapeno (diced)
  • 1/2 large red onion (diced)
  • 2/3 cup cotija cheese (shredded/crumbled)
  • 3 tablespoons sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 4 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon chili powder

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a sauté pan over medium-high heat. Cook corn until slightly charred (7-10 minutes), then transfer to a large bowl.
  2. Add diced red bell pepper, jalapeno, minced cilantro, and diced red onion to the corn; mix well.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together sour cream, mayonnaise, lime juice, cumin, paprika, kosher salt, and chili powder until smooth.
  4. Pour the dressing over the corn mixture and stir until evenly coated. Fold in half of the cotija cheese.
  5. Garnish with remaining cotija cheese and reserved cilantro leaves before serving.

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