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Creamy Mexican Street Corn Esquites

Creamy Mexican Street Corn Esquites That Brighten Your Summer

Creamy Mexican Street Corn Esquites is a delightful dish featuring sweet corn in a creamy dressing, perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Corn
  • 4 ears Fresh Corn Frozen corn can be used if thawed and drained.
For the Dressing
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Greek yogurt can be used instead.
  • 1/4 cup Sour Cream Consider a plant-based alternative for vegan.
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice
For the Flavor
  • 1/2 cup Cotija Cheese Feta cheese can be used as a substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder Adjust to preference for spice.
  • 2 tablespoons Cilantro Omit if preferred.

Equipment

  • Grill
  • mixing bowl
  • spatula

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Prepare the Corn: Roast fresh corn or thaw frozen corn and drain.
  2. Mix the Dressing: Combine mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, chili powder, and salt in a bowl.
  3. Combine the Corn and Dressing: Fold corn into the dressing until coated.
  4. Stir in the Flavor: Add Cotija cheese and cilantro, stir gently.
  5. Chill and Serve: Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 5gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 210mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Prepare in advance for enhanced flavors. Use fresh ingredients for the best results.

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