Low Sodium Elote (Mexican Street Corn)
Transform your backyard barbecue with Low Sodium Elote, a heart-healthy twist on classic Mexican street corn that's bursting with flavor. This easy-to-make recipe features charred, smoky grilled corn slathered in a creamy, zesty mixture of Greek yogurt, low sodium mayonnaise, lime juice, and signature spices like chili powder and smoked paprika. Topped with fresh cilantro and crumbled Cotija cheese, this vibrant dish delivers all the bold, tangy flavors you love in traditional elote but with significantly less sodium. Perfect as a side dish or a snack, this guilt-free version of a Mexican favorite is sure to delight your taste buds and impress your guests. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s a quick, nutritious way to spice up any meal!
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Ingredients
- 4 ears corn on the cob, husked
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons low sodium mayonnaise
- 1 lime, juiced
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 0.5 cup cotija cheese, crumbled
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
Step 2
Brush the ears of corn with olive oil to coat them lightly.
Step 3
Place the corn on the grill and cook for about 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until the kernels are charred and cooked through.
Step 4
While the corn is grilling, prepare the topping. In a mixing bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, low sodium mayonnaise, lime juice, chili powder, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. Mix until smooth and well combined.
Step 5
Once the corn is cooked, remove it from the grill and let it cool slightly.
Step 6
Using a brush or spoon, generously coat each ear of corn with the yogurt mixture, ensuring it's well covered.
Step 7
Sprinkle the chopped cilantro and crumbled cotija cheese evenly over the coated corn.
Step 8
Serve immediately for best flavor and enjoy your low sodium elote!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (896.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1451.1 |
| Total Fat 97.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 36.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g | |
| Cholesterol 162.3mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1924.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 95.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 12.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 35.8g | |
| Protein 68.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1184.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1656.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories