Low Fat Mexican Street Corn (Elote)

Indulge in the vibrant flavors of **Low Fat Mexican Street Corn (Elote)**, a lighter twist on the classic Mexican street food favorite. This recipe swaps traditional ingredients for low-fat Greek yogurt and light mayonnaise, creating a creamy, tangy sauce that doesn’t skimp on flavor. Juicy ears of grilled corn are coated in the zesty yogurt sauce, sprinkled with crumbly cotija cheese, and finished with a dash of chili powder and fresh cilantro for a burst of freshness. Ready in just 30 minutes, this healthier elote is perfect for summer barbecues, weeknight dinners, or a flavor-packed snack. It’s a delicious and guilt-free way to enjoy an iconic street food staple!

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

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Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

4 ears fresh corn on the cob
0.5 cup low-fat Greek yogurt
0.25 cup light mayonnaise
1 medium lime
1 teaspoon chili powder
0.25 cup cotija cheese
0.25 cup cilantro
0.5 teaspoon salt
0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.

Step 2

Husk the corn, removing all silk strands. Rinse and pat them dry.

Step 3

Place the corn directly on the grill grates. Cook for about 10 minutes, rotating frequently, until the corn is charred and tender.

Step 4

In a small bowl, whisk together the low-fat Greek yogurt, light mayonnaise, the juice of the lime, chili powder, salt, and black pepper to make the sauce.

Step 5

Once the corn is grilled, use a basting brush or spoon to coat each ear of corn with the yogurt sauce.

Step 6

Sprinkle the grated cotija cheese evenly over the sauced corn.

Step 7

Finely chop the cilantro leaves and sprinkle them over the corn for added flavor.

Step 8

Serve immediately while warm for the best taste.

Portion size

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(686.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	867.8

Total Fat 42.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 18.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.3g
Cholesterol 81.5mg	0%
Sodium 2732.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 101.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.4g	0%
Total Sugars 42.7g
Protein 38.4g	0%

Vitamin D 44.1IU	0%
Calcium 601.4mg	0%
Iron 3.2mg	0%
Potassium 1245.8mg	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: 40.4%

Protein: 16.4%

Carbs: 43.2%