Mexican Street Vendor Style Corn Salad
A delicious and easy-to-make corn salad inspired by the flavors of Mexican street food.
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Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Total Time 25 mins
Course Side Dish
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 4 servings
Calories 250 kcal
Equipment
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Skillet
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Mixing bowl
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Knife
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Cutting board
Ingredients:
Main Ingredients
- 4 ears corn, shucked
- 1 cup cotija cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1 tbsp lime juice freshly squeezed
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
- 1 pinch salt to taste
- 1 pinch black pepper to taste
Instructions:
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1. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the corn and cook, turning occasionally, until charred in spots, about 8-10 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool.
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2. Cut the kernels off the cob and place them in a mixing bowl.
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3. Add the cotija cheese, mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, chili powder, smoked paprika, cilantro, salt, and black pepper to the bowl. Mix well to combine.
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4. Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve.
Notes:
This salad is best served fresh but can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Nutrition value:
Calories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg
Keywords:
Keyword Corn Salad, Mexican Street Food
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