Description
A vibrant and flavorful salad that captures the essence of Mexican street food with sweet corn, zesty lime, and creamy cheese.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh corn kernels (about 5-6 ears of corn) or 2 cans (15 ounces) of corn, drained
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
- 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced (optional for heat)
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 cup crumbled queso fresco or feta cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- Juice of 2 limes
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional for extra heat)
Instructions
- Prepare the corn: If using fresh corn, shuck the ears and carefully slice off the kernels. For canned corn, drain it well.
- Combine ingredients: In a large bowl, add the corn, diced red bell pepper, finely chopped red onion, minced jalapeño (if using), and chopped cilantro.
- Prepare the dressing: In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream or Greek yogurt, lime juice, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
- Combine salad and dressing: Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients, and gently toss until everything is well coated. Finally, sprinkle the crumbled queso fresco or feta cheese over the top, giving it one last light toss to combine.
Notes
For added flavor, grill the corn before using. This salad is best enjoyed fresh but can be made a few hours in advance.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 15mg