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Mexican Street Corn Salad

Flavorful Mexican Street Corn Salad Ready in Just 10 Minutes

A delightful Mexican Street Corn Salad bursting with flavors, perfect for quick meals or gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 3 cups corn kernels fresh or frozen
  • 0.5 cups mayonnaise can substitute with Greek yogurt
  • 0.5 cups sour cream plain yogurt can also be used
  • 1 cups cotija cheese or feta cheese if cotija unavailable
  • 0.25 cups cilantro freshly chopped, can substitute with parsley
For the Dressing
  • 1 each lime juice fresh lime juice preferred
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder adjust according to spice preference
  • salt to taste
  • pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Large bowl
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the corn by grilling fresh corn for 5-7 minutes or thawing frozen corn.
  2. Mix in the mayonnaise and sour cream until well blended and creamy.
  3. Add cotija cheese and chopped cilantro, stirring gently to combine.
  4. Blend in lime juice and chili powder, mixing thoroughly to incorporate.
  5. Season with salt and pepper, tossing gently to distribute evenly.
  6. Chill in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 5gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This salad is best served fresh but can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.

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