Description
This Mexican Street Corn Salad is a vibrant, creamy, and zesty side dish packed with charred corn, cotija cheese, lime, and chili powder. Inspired by traditional elote, it’s the perfect addition to any summer meal or taco night—served warm or chilled!
Ingredients
4 cups corn (fresh, frozen, or canned)
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
2 tablespoons sour cream or Mexican crema
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 cup cotija cheese, crumbled
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
1 clove garlic, minced (optional)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
1. Char the corn in a hot skillet or on a grill until slightly browned. Drain well if using canned or frozen corn.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
3. Add the charred corn to the dressing and stir until well coated.
4. Mix in crumbled cotija cheese and chopped cilantro. Add garlic if using.
5. Taste and adjust with more lime or chili powder as desired.
6. Serve immediately warm, or refrigerate for 30 minutes for a chilled version.
7. Garnish with extra cotija and cilantro before serving.
Notes
Use fresh grilled corn for the best flavor, but frozen or canned works well too.
Don’t skip the lime—it brings brightness that balances the creaminess.
Add a pinch of cayenne for extra heat if you like it spicy.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: corn salad, elote, street corn, summer salad