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Mexican Street Corn Salad

Mexican Street Corn Salad: A Flavorful Twist on Elote

Delight your taste buds with this Mexican Street Corn Salad that brings the vibrant flavors of elote to your table, perfect as a vegetarian side.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 57 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 6-8 ears fresh corn use frozen corn if unavailable
  • 4 tablespoons salted butter can use unsalted
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or any neutral oil
  • 1 cup mayonnaise Greek yogurt can be used for lighter version
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice bottled lime juice is a fine alternative
  • 1 teaspoon salt adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon lemon pepper adjust based on preference
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika substitute with regular paprika if needed
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin adjust to fit taste
  • 2 cloves garlic minced, omit for milder taste
  • 1 cup queso fresco cotija cheese or feta as alternatives
  • 1 medium jalapeño pepper deseed for less spice or omit
  • 1 medium red onion green onions can be used for milder flavor
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro parsley can be substituted
For the Dressing
  • reserved olive oil and butter mixture for coating salad ingredients

Equipment

  • grill
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • brush

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Mexican Street Corn Salad
  1. Prepare the grill by preheating it to medium heat, around 350°F (175°C).
  2. Mix melted salted butter and olive oil in a small bowl and brush generously onto the corn.
  3. Grill the corn for about 10 to 12 minutes until tender and charred, then cut the kernels off.
  4. Whisk together the reserved butter and oil mixture, mayonnaise, lime juice, salt, lemon pepper, paprika, cumin, and garlic until smooth.
  5. Add the grilled corn kernels to the dressing and toss in queso fresco, jalapeño, onion, and cilantro until coated.
  6. Serve the salad immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes before serving for best flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 6gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Grill corn frequently to prevent burning, use fresh corn for sweetness, and adjust spice and cheese as preferred.

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