Description
Mexican Corn Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that brings the flavors of summer to your table in just 10 minutes. Inspired by traditional street food, this delightful salad combines sweet corn, creamy cotija cheese, and a zesty lime dressing for an explosion of taste. Perfect as a side for barbecues, tacos, or even as a stand-alone appetizer, this salad is versatile enough to impress any crowd. Whether served warm or chilled, its colorful ingredients and bright flavors will elevate your meals and leave your guests craving more. Get ready to enjoy a healthy yet indulgent treat that celebrates the essence of Mexican cuisine!
Ingredients
- 3 cans fire-roasted corn (or 4 ears fresh corn)
- 5 green onions (green parts only)
- ½ cup crumbled cotija cheese
- ½ cup diced red onion
- ⅓ cup chopped cilantro
- 1 jalapeno (diced)
- Dressing: mayonnaise, garlic, lime juice, chili powder, salt, pepper
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine corn, green onions, cotija cheese, red onion, cilantro, and jalapeno; mix gently.
- In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, minced garlic, lime juice, chili powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture; toss until evenly coated.
- Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 330mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 8mg
Keywords: Use fresh grilled corn for deeper flavor. Adjust jalapeno for desired spice level. Chill the salad for at least 30 minutes to enhance flavor melding.