Dairy-Free Mexican Street Corn (Elote)

Savor the vibrant flavors of Dairy-Free Mexican Street Corn (Elote), a plant-based twist on the beloved Mexican classic. Perfectly grilled ears of fresh corn are slathered in a zesty vegan mayonnaise sauce infused with lime, chili powder, and garlic for a tangy, smoky kick. Topped with crumbled cotija-style vegan cheese and fresh cilantro, this dish delivers all the crave-worthy creaminess and bold spice without any dairy. Ideal for summer barbecues or a flavorful side dish, this quick and easy recipe is ready in just 30 minutes, making it a crowd-pleasing addition to your table. Whether you’re vegan, lactose-intolerant, or simply looking to explore new culinary flavors, this elote is a must-try!

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

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Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

4 ears Fresh corn on the cob
2 tablespoons Olive oil
1 cup Vegan mayonnaise
2 whole Lime
1 teaspoon Chili powder
0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
0.5 teaspoon Salt
0.25 cup Fresh cilantro
0.5 cup Cotija-style vegan cheese

Directions

Step 1

Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.

Step 2

Shuck the corn, removing all the husks and silk, and brush each ear with olive oil.

Step 3

Place the corn on the grill, turning occasionally, until charred and cooked through, about 12-15 minutes total.

Step 4

While the corn is grilling, prepare the sauce by combining vegan mayonnaise, the juice of 1 lime, chili powder, garlic powder, and salt in a small bowl. Mix until smooth and set aside.

Step 5

Finely chop the fresh cilantro and set aside.

Step 6

Once the corn is done grilling, remove it from the grill and let it cool slightly, until it's safe to handle.

Step 7

Using a brush or a spoon, spread the creamy vegan mayonnaise mixture evenly over each ear of corn.

Step 8

Sprinkle the cotija-style vegan cheese generously over the coated corn.

Step 9

Finish by garnishing each ear with chopped cilantro and an extra squeeze of lime juice from the remaining lime.

Step 10

Serve warm and enjoy this dairy-free twist on a Mexican classic.

Portion size

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(878.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1522.9

Total Fat 105.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 25.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 26.6g
Cholesterol 54mg	0%
Sodium 3264.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 126.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.0g	0%
Total Sugars 41.4g
Protein 26.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 485.4mg	0%
Iron 4.4mg	0%
Potassium 1207.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 61.0%

Protein: 6.8%

Carbs: 32.3%