Description
A refreshing Elote Corn Salad, featuring sweet corn and vibrant flavors, perfect for picnics or barbecues.
Ingredients
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- 4 cups fresh corn kernels
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/4 cup red onion, diced
- 1/2 cup Cotija cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine the corn, cilantro, and red onion in a large bowl.
- Whisk together the mayonnaise, lime juice, chili powder, salt, and pepper in a separate bowl.
- Pour the dressing over the corn mixture and toss to coat.
- Sprinkle with Cotija cheese before serving.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
Use fresh corn for best flavor; optional to add other vegetables or proteins for customization.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg