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Mexican Street Corn Salad

Fresh and Flavorful Mexican Street Corn Salad in Minutes

This Mexican Street Corn Salad is a vibrant, quick, and easy side dish that captures the essence of summer.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 47 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 3 cups fresh or frozen corn Use fresh corn during peak season for best flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons butter or olive oil For sautéing.
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise Opt for light mayonnaise for a healthier twist.
  • 1/4 cup sour cream or Mexican crema Can substitute with Greek yogurt.
  • 1/2 cup crumbled cotija cheese Can be swapped with feta or Parmesan.
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice Use freshly squeezed lime.
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder Adjust according to spice preference.
  • 1 small jalapeño (minced) Adjust quantity to heat tolerance.
  • optional cilantro Introduce a fresh herbal note.
For Garnish
  • extra to taste cotija cheese For topping.

Equipment

  • skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat butter or olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add corn and sauté for 5-7 minutes until tender and charred.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, cotija cheese, lime juice, and chili powder. Mix until smooth.
  3. Add cooled corn to the dressing, toss with cilantro and jalapeño. Mix until well coated.
  4. Season with salt and pepper, then refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to meld flavors.
  5. Before serving, stir and top with cotija cheese and lime wedges. Serve chilled.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 6gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Customize with additional ingredients like avocado or jalapeños for different flavors. Best served fresh.

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