Mexican Street Vendor Style Corn Salad Recipe

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

  • Skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Knife
  • 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: 

  • 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.
  • 2. Cut the kernels off the cob and place them in a mixing bowl.
  • 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.
  • 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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