Authentic Mexican Street Corn Salad (Esquites)

Name: Authentic Mexican Street Corn Salad (Esquites)
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: {'ingredient': 'Fresh corn on the cob', 'amount': '5 ears'}; {'ingredient': 'Olive oil', 'amount': '1 tablespoon'}; {'ingredient': 'Mayonnaise', 'amount': '1/4 cup'}; {'ingredient': 'Cotija cheese, crumbled', 'amount': '1/2 cup'}; {'ingredient': 'Fresh cilantro, chopped', 'amount': '1/4 cup'}; {'ingredient': 'Lime, juiced', 'amount': '1 large'}; {'ingredient': 'Chili powder', 'amount': '1 teaspoon'}; {'ingredient': 'Garlic, minced', 'amount': '2 cloves'}; {'ingredient': 'Salt', 'amount': '1/2 teaspoon, or to taste'}; {'ingredient': 'Black pepper', 'amount': '1/4 teaspoon, or to taste'}

Inspired by the bustling streets of Mexico, this Mexican Street Corn Salad, also known as Esquites, is a vibrant, bold blend of roasted corn, creamy cotija cheese, and zesty lime. It's a healthier spin on traditional elote, where the corn is served straight on the cob. This simple yet delightful salad brings the quintessential flavors of Mexican street food right to your kitchen. Enjoy it as a tasty side dish or a refreshing appetizer for your next fiesta!

Servings: 6

Ingredients

Fresh corn on the cob (5 ears)
Olive oil (1 tablespoon)
Mayonnaise (1/4 cup)
Cotija cheese, crumbled (1/2 cup)
Fresh cilantro, chopped (1/4 cup)
Lime, juiced (1 large)
Chili powder (1 teaspoon)
Garlic, minced (2 cloves)
Salt (1/2 teaspoon, or to taste)
Black pepper (1/4 teaspoon, or to taste)

Instructions

Preheat your grill or grill pan over high heat. Lightly brush the corn with olive oil.
Grill the corn for 10 to 12 minutes, turning occasionally, until it's charred on all sides. Let it cool.
Once the corn is cool enough to handle, carefully cut the kernels off the cob.
In a large bowl, combine the grilled corn kernels, mayonnaise, crumbled cotija cheese, chopped cilantro, lime juice, chili powder, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
Stir until all the ingredients are well mixed and coated in the dressing.
You can serve the salad immediately, but for the best flavor, cover and refrigerate it for an hour before serving to let the flavors meld together.

Dietary Information

Servings: 6 • Dish Type: Side Dish • Prep Time: 15 minutes • Cook Time: 15 minutes • Calories: 200 • Fat: 10g • Carbs: 25g • Protein: 5g • Sodium: 300mg • Sugar: 5g

Authentic Mexican Street Corn Salad (Esquites)

Servings: 6

Ingredients

Instructions

Dietary Information

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