Go Back Email Link
–+ servings
No ratings yet
Mexican street corn

Mexican street corn

A vibrant and flavorful Mexican street corn salad, perfect as a side dish or appetizer.
Prep : 10 Total : 25 minutes
Rate Pin Pin Recipe Print Recipe

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 4 ears Corn on the cob husks and silk removed
  • 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
  • 0.25 cup Cotija cheese crumbled
  • 2 tbsp Lime juice freshly squeezed
  • 0.5 tsp Chili powder plus more for garnish
  • 0.25 cup Cilantro chopped
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste

Instructions
 

Preparation Steps

  • Grill or boil the corn until tender. Let cool slightly.
  • Cut the kernels off the cob into a bowl.
  • Add mayonnaise, lime juice, chili powder, and chopped cilantro to the bowl.
  • Mix gently to combine.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Serve topped with crumbled cotija cheese and an extra sprinkle of chili powder.

Notes

This dish can also be made with corn kernels straight from the can or frozen, but grilling adds a lovely smoky flavor.