Description
A vibrant and creamy street corn salad that captures the essence of summer with sweet corn, tangy lime, and smoky spices.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt to taste
- 1/2 cup cotija cheese, crumbled
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
- Lime wedges (for serving)
Instructions
- Prep the corn: If using fresh corn, grill it until charred, about 10 minutes. Let it cool slightly before cutting the kernels off the cob. If using frozen corn, cook it according to the package instructions and allow it to cool.
- Make the dressing: In a mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, smoked paprika, chili powder, and a pinch of salt. Stir until well integrated.
- Combine ingredients: Gently fold the corn kernels into the dressing, ensuring each kernel gets coated.
- Add the cheese: Incorporate the cotija cheese, folding delicately so it mixes without breaking down.
- Serve: Scoop the salad into bowls, garnishing with fresh cilantro and presenting lime wedges on the side.
Notes
Make-ahead tips: Prepare the salad a few hours in advance and keep it refrigerated. Add cilantro and lime wedges just before serving for freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg