Description
Mexican Corn Salad is a fresh, vibrant, and flavorful side dish perfect for summer gatherings. Combining sweet corn with creamy mayonnaise, tangy lime juice, spicy chili powder, and crumbly cotija cheese, this easy-to-make salad offers a zesty and refreshing twist on traditional corn dishes. Ideal for BBQs, tacos, or as a light snack, it is customizable and sure to please all palates.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 4 cups fresh corn kernels (grilled or boiled)
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup crumbled cotija cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 jalapeño, seeded and diced (optional)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the corn: Cook the corn by grilling for a charred flavor or boiling for simplicity. Once cooked, cut the kernels off the cob carefully using a sharp knife, ensuring the kernels stay juicy and intact.
- Mix the dressing: In a bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, fresh lime juice, chili powder, salt, and pepper until smooth and well combined to create a creamy and tangy dressing.
- Combine ingredients: Add the corn kernels, chopped cilantro, diced jalapeño (if using), and crumbled cotija cheese into the bowl with the dressing. Gently fold everything together until evenly coated.
- Chill and serve: Refrigerate the Mexican Corn Salad for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld beautifully before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh corn ears for the best sweetness and texture.
- Allow the salad to chill to enhance flavor blending and refreshing taste.
- Adjust chili powder and jalapeño to control spice level to your preference.
- Grilling the corn adds a smoky, caramelized depth to the salad.
- Always use fresh lime juice for the best bright and fresh flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Grilling/Boiling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Mexican corn salad, summer side dish, grilled corn salad, creamy corn salad, BBQ side, flavorful corn recipe
