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Flavorful Mexican Street Corn Salad Off the Cob

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A quick and easy Mexican street corn salad that combines smoky grilled corn with a creamy, tangy, and spicy dressing. Perfect for summer barbecues, potlucks, or casual dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 4 ears of fresh corn, husked (or about 4 cups of frozen corn)
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice (from 1 large lime)
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon chipotle powder
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1/2 cup queso fresco or cotija cheese, crumbled
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

  1. Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (about 400°F or 200°C).
  2. Brush each ear of corn with olive oil and place directly on the grill. Rotate every 2-3 minutes until all sides are charred, about 10-12 minutes.
  3. Let the grilled corn cool for a few minutes, then carefully cut the kernels off the cob using a sharp knife.
  4. In a mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, minced garlic, chipotle powder, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy.
  5. Add the corn kernels to the dressing and fold in chopped cilantro and crumbled queso fresco or cotija cheese gently.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt, pepper, lime juice, or chipotle powder if desired. Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes.
  7. Serve in a bowl garnished with a lime wedge and extra cheese or cilantro if desired. Enjoy at room temperature or chilled.

Notes

If corn isn’t getting enough char, finish under the broiler for 1-2 minutes watching closely. Hold the cob upright in a large bowl when cutting kernels to catch all the juice. For a lighter version, substitute sour cream with Greek yogurt. Vegan options include vegan mayo and dairy-free cheese. Salad can be made ahead and chilled for 30 minutes to deepen flavors.

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Keywords: Mexican street corn salad, elote salad, grilled corn salad, summer salad, easy corn salad, smoky corn salad

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