Description
A vibrant salad celebrating the sweet, juicy taste of corn mixed with creamy, zesty toppings, perfect for summer barbecues and picnics.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups corn (fresh, frozen, or canned, charred)
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream or Mexican crema
- 1/2 cup cotija cheese, crumbled
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Char the corn on a grill or skillet until browned and slightly smoky, then let it cool slightly.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, garlic, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Add the charred corn to the bowl and toss to coat evenly in the creamy mixture.
- Fold in crumbled cotija cheese and chopped cilantro gently.
- Taste and adjust with more lime juice, chili powder, or salt as needed.
- Garnish with extra cotija, chili powder, and cilantro. Serve immediately or chill before serving.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Add cilantro and cheese just before serving for maximum freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Mexican street corn, salad, summer, barbecue, side dish