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Mexican Street Corn Salad

Mexican Street Corn Salad

This Mexican Street Corn Salad is a creamy, spicy, and bright summer side dish you'll want to make again and again.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 18 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 4 servings
Calories 180 kcal

Equipment

  • Grill Pan

Ingredients
  

Vegetables

  • 4 ears fresh corn husked
  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil for brushing
  • 1 small jalapeño pepper diced

Dairy

  • 1.5 tablespoons mayo or vegan mayo
  • 0.25 cup crumbled Cotija or feta cheese

Condiments and Seasonings

  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1 zest and juice of 1 lime
  • 0.33 cup chopped scallions
  • 0.25 cup finely chopped fresh cilantro
  • 0.25 teaspoon smoked paprika or chili powder
  • 0.25 teaspoon sea salt

Instructions
 

Cooking Instructions

  • Preheat a grill to medium-high heat. Brush the corn with olive oil and grill for 2 minutes per side, or until char marks form. Remove from grill and set aside.
  • In a large bowl, combine the mayo, garlic, and lime zest and juice. Slice the kernels off the corn and add to the bowl along with the scallions. Stir to coat, then add the cheese, cilantro, smoked paprika, jalapeño, and salt. Season to taste and serve immediately or chill until ready to serve.

Notes

Roast the jalapeño alongside the corn if you'd like. Make this recipe vegan by omitting the cheese.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 5gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg
Keyword easy salad, fresh corn recipe, grilled corn salad, Mexican Street Corn Salad, summer side dish, vegetarian salad
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