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Mexican Street Corn Salad Recipe

Mexican Street Corn Salad Recipe

Mexican Street Corn Salad Recipe is a light, creamy, and spicy summer side dish.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 18 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 4 servings
Calories 200 kcal

Equipment

  • Grill Pan

Ingredients
  

Fresh Corn Salad Ingredients

  • 4 ears fresh corn, husked
  • extra-virgin olive oil, for brushing
  • 1.5 tablespoons mayo, or vegan mayo
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 lime zest and juice
  • 0.33 cup chopped scallions
  • 0.25 cup crumbled Cotija, or feta cheese
  • 0.25 cup finely chopped fresh cilantro
  • 0.25 teaspoon smoked paprika, or chili powder
  • 1 piece jalapeño pepper, diced Roast alongside corn if desired
  • 0.25 teaspoon sea salt

Instructions
 

Preparation Instructions

  • Preheat a grill to medium-high heat. Brush the corn with olive oil and grill for 2 minutes per side, or until char marks form. Remove from grill and set aside.
  • In a large bowl, combine the mayo, garlic, and lime zest and juice. Slice the kernels off the corn and add to the bowl along with the scallions. Stir to coat, then add the cheese, cilantro, smoked paprika, jalapeño, and salt. Season to taste and serve immediately or chill until ready to serve.

Notes

Make this recipe vegan by omitting the cheese.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 5gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg
Keyword corn, Easy Recipe, Mexican Street Corn Salad, salad, summer, vegetable
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