Creamy Mexican Street Corn Salad Cup
A quick and easy creamy Mexican street corn salad that combines charred corn, tangy lime, and a rich dressing for a perfect summer side dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- Fresh corn kernels from about 4 ears of corn, grilled or roasted
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream (full fat recommended)
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/3 cup crumbled cotija cheese
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Optional: 1 small diced jalapeño, seeded for less heat
Instructions
- Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Remove husks and silk from fresh corn. Grill each ear, turning occasionally, until the kernels develop a nice char and are tender, about 10-12 minutes. Let cool.
- Hold an ear vertically on a cutting board and carefully slice downward with a sharp knife to remove kernels. Transfer to a medium bowl.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, chili powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Pour the dressing over the grilled corn kernels. Add chopped cilantro, crumbled cotija cheese, and diced jalapeño if using. Gently toss everything until well coated.
- Optional: Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld and salad to firm up.
- Spoon the creamy Mexican street corn salad into individual cups or a serving bowl. Garnish with extra cotija cheese, a sprinkle of chili powder, and a lime wedge on the side.
Notes
For a dairy-free version, swap mayo and sour cream with vegan alternatives or cashew cream. Frozen grilled corn can be used if fresh corn is unavailable. Chill salad before serving for best flavor. Adjust chili powder and jalapeño to control heat level. If salad is too thick after chilling, stir in a splash of lime juice or water.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup
- Calories: 180210
- Sugar: 5
- Sodium: 250350
- Fat: 1215
- Saturated Fat: 23
- Carbohydrates: 1518
- Fiber: 23
- Protein: 45
Keywords: Mexican street corn, corn salad, creamy corn salad, summer side dish, easy corn recipe, potluck side, grilled corn salad