Description
Creamy Mexican street corn salad with a kick is a flavorful and vibrant dish that perfectly combines sweet grilled corn, zesty lime, and a creamy dressing. Ideal for summer barbecues or cozy family dinners, this salad bursts with freshness and color, making it a delightful side dish for any occasion. Enjoy the balance of sweetness, creaminess, and spice that will have everyone coming back for more!
Ingredients
Scale
- 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
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro (optional)
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Shuck the corn and remove silk strands. Boil in salted water for 5-7 minutes until tender.
- Grill the corn over medium-high heat for about 10 minutes until charred. Cool slightly and cut kernels off the cob.
- In a large bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, chili powder, and salt until smooth.
- Add the corn kernels, cotija cheese, and cilantro to the bowl. Gently mix to combine.
- Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 390mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg