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Mexican Street Corn Salad

Easy Mexican Street Corn Salad that Dances with Flavor

This Mexican Street Corn Salad combines sweet corn, creamy dressing, and zesty lime for a vibrant, vegetarian side dish.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 cups sweet corn fresh, frozen, or canned
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise light mayonnaise for fewer calories
  • 1/2 cup sour cream or plain Greek yogurt
For the Flavor Boost
  • 1 cup cotija cheese crumbled, or feta as a substitute
  • 1/4 cup cilantro chopped, or parsley as an alternative
  • 1 piece lime juiced
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder adjust to heat preference
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper to taste

Equipment

  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Mexican Street Corn Salad
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the sweet corn, mayonnaise, and sour cream. Mix until creamy.
  2. Stir in cotija cheese, chopped cilantro, lime juice, and chili powder. Mix well.
  3. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Adjust as needed.
  4. Cover and chill for 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
  5. Serve chilled as a side or dip with tortilla chips.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 21gProtein: 5gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best flavor, use fresh corn when in season. Adjust mayonnaise and sour cream for desired creaminess.

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