Description
This Mexican Street Corn Salad is a fresh, vibrant dish inspired by the classic Mexican street food, Elote. Combining the sweetness of corn with a creamy dressing and tangy seasonings, it’s the perfect side dish or light meal for any occasion.
Ingredients
4 cups cooked corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese or cotija cheese
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
2 tablespoons green onions, chopped
1 tablespoon hot sauce (optional)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked corn, mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, chili powder, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Stir well to ensure that the corn is evenly coated with the creamy dressing.
- Gently fold in the crumbled feta or cotija cheese, chopped cilantro, and green onions.
- If desired, drizzle a bit of hot sauce on top for an extra kick.
- Chill the salad in the fridge for about 30 minutes before serving.
- Serve the salad chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
If you want an extra kick, add more hot sauce or finely chopped jalapeños.
For a smoky flavor, grill the corn before using it in the salad.
Swap the mayonnaise and sour cream for vegan versions to make it dairy-free.
Add grilled chicken or shrimp for a more filling meal.
This salad can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Side dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
