Description
A fresh and flavorful salad inspired by traditional Mexican street corn.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 ears of corn, grilled and kernels removed
- 1/2 cup diced red onion
- 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper
- 1/2 cup chopped cilantro
- 1/2 cup crumbled cotija cheese
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Grill the corn until charred, then cut the kernels off the cob.
- In a large bowl, combine the corn, red onion, red bell pepper, and cilantro.
- In a separate bowl, mix the mayonnaise, lime juice, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the corn mixture and toss to combine.
- Garnish with cotija cheese before serving.
Notes
- This salad can be served warm or chilled.
- Adjust the amount of chili powder for desired spiciness.
- Can be made ahead of time; just add the cheese before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: Mexican Street Corn Salad