Creamy Mexican Street Corn Salad with a Kick
Creamy Mexican Street Corn Salad with a Kick is a vibrant, flavor-packed dish that perfectly captures the essence of summer. With sweet grilled corn, zesty lime, and a luscious creamy dressing, this salad is not only easy to prepare but also a surefire crowd-pleaser at any gathering. Whether you’re hosting a barbecue or enjoying a quiet dinner at home, this salad is sure to impress. Plus, it’s adaptable—make it ahead of time for added convenience or customize it with your favorite ingredients. Dive into this delicious recipe and elevate your meal with bright flavors and refreshing textures!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: 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 feta)
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Shuck and remove silk from the corn. Boil in salted water for 5-7 minutes until tender.
- Grill the boiled corn over medium-high heat for about 10 minutes until charred.
- In a large bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, chili powder, and salt until smooth.
- Cut the grilled corn kernels off the cob and mix into the dressing along with crumbled cotija cheese.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 490mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg