Creamy Mexican Street Corn Salad with a Kick
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Creamy Mexican Street Corn Salad with a Kick—a delightful dish that transforms sweet grilled corn into a zesty, creamy delight! Perfect for summer barbecues or cozy family dinners, this salad blends fresh ingredients with just the right amount of spice to elevate any meal. Easy to prepare and full of flavor, it’s a crowd-pleaser that will have everyone coming back for seconds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
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 (or feta)
- 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 over medium-high heat for about 10 minutes until charred. Allow to cool before cutting kernels off the cob.
- In a large bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, chili powder, and salt until smooth.
- Add corn kernels, crumbled cheese, and cilantro (if using) to the dressing. Gently mix until well combined.
- Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to let flavors meld.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 3/4 cup (120g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg