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Authentic Mexican Street Corn Salad (Esquites)
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!
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.
Tips
- If you can’t find cotija cheese, feta cheese makes a good substitute.
- For a vegan version, swap the mayonnaise for vegan mayo and the cheese for a vegan cheese of your choice.
- If you prefer a little heat, add a diced jalapeno to the salad.
- This salad is best enjoyed fresh, but leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
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
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