Creamy Mexican Street Corn Salad with a Kick
Creamy Mexican Street Corn Salad with a Kick is a vibrant and flavorful dish that perfectly captures the essence of summer. This delightful salad features sweet, grilled corn paired with a zesty lime dressing, creating a refreshing side that’s perfect for gatherings, family dinners, or casual nights in. It’s quick to prepare, family-friendly, and easily customizable to suit your taste. With the combination of creamy textures and a touch of spice, this salad is sure to become a favorite at any meal.
- 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
- Optional: chopped cilantro
Instructions
- Prepare the corn by shucking it and removing silk strands. Boil in salted water for about 5-7 minutes until tender.
- Grill the boiled corn over medium-high heat for approximately 10 minutes until charred. Let cool before cutting off kernels.
- In a large bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, chili powder, and salt until smooth.
- Gently mix in the grilled corn kernels and cotija cheese (and cilantro if using) until well combined.
- Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg