Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of Mexico with this irresistible street corn salad. Bursting with sweet, crunchy corn, zesty lime, creamy cotija cheese, and a hint of spice, this dish is perfect for summer gatherings or a fresh side at dinner. Quick and easy to prepare, it showcases a delightful medley of textures that will impress your family and friends. Get ready to bring a taste of the streets of Mexico right to your table!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 ears fresh corn on the cob
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
- 1 cup crumbled cotija cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 tsp chili powder
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Cook the corn by boiling in salted water for 5-7 minutes or until charred on the grill.
- Allow the corn to cool slightly, then cut the kernels off the cobs into a large mixing bowl.
- Add lime juice, cotija cheese, cilantro, and chili powder to the bowl; mix gently until combined.
- Adjust seasoning with salt as needed and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Serve chilled in a bowl or on plates; garnish with additional cotija cheese or cilantro if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling/Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg