Description
A vibrant and tangy Mexican Street Corn Salad featuring sweet corn, zesty lime, and creamy cheese, perfect for summer gatherings.
Ingredients
- 4 ears fresh corn (or 3 cups frozen corn)
- ½ cup crumbled cotija cheese
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup Greek yogurt or sour cream
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt to taste
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the corn: If using fresh corn, shuck the ears and grill them until charred (about 10 minutes). If using frozen corn, sauté it in a pan for 5-7 minutes until heated through and slightly browned.
- Cut the kernels off the cobs and place them in a mixing bowl.
- Mix the dressing: In a separate bowl, combine mayonnaise, Greek yogurt (or sour cream), lime juice, chili powder, garlic powder, and salt. Stir until well blended.
- Combine the ingredients: Pour the dressing over the corn and mix gently. Add in crumbled cotija cheese and cilantro, folding everything together until well-coated.
- Taste and adjust seasoning: Make sure to taste the salad and adjust the salt and lime juice as needed for your preferred level of zestiness.
Notes
This salad is versatile and can be served as a side dish, in tacos, or as a refreshing snack. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican