Description
A vibrant and flavorful salad inspired by traditional Mexican street corn, featuring fresh ingredients and a zesty dressing.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- 1/2 cup red onion, diced
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
- 1/2 cup cotija cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the corn, red onion, cherry tomatoes, and cilantro.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, lime juice, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the corn mixture and toss to combine.
- Gently fold in the cotija cheese.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add diced jalapeños.
- This salad can be served warm or cold.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg