Low Sodium Mexican Street Corn (Elote)

Savor the bold flavors of Mexican street food with a heart-healthy twist in this Low Sodium Mexican Street Corn (Elote) recipe! Perfectly charred fresh corn on the cob is coated in a creamy low-sodium mayonnaise-based sauce, seasoned with garlic powder, smoked paprika, and chili powder for a smoky, zesty kick. Topped with crumbles of low-sodium cotija cheese, fresh cilantro, and a squeeze of lime, this crowd-pleasing side dish delivers the authentic elote experience without the extra salt. Ready in just 30 minutes, this recipe is a must-try for BBQs, summer cookouts, or any time you're craving a lighter take on a Mexican classic.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

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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
3 tablespoons Low-sodium mayonnaise
1 cup Low-sodium cotija cheese
0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
0.5 teaspoon Smoked paprika
0.5 teaspoon Chili powder
2 whole Lime
0.25 cup Fresh cilantro
0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.

Step 2

Husk the corn and remove all silks.

Step 3

Brush each corn cob with olive oil to ensure they don't stick to the grill.

Step 4

Grill the corn, turning occasionally, for about 10-15 minutes or until the kernels are tender and show char marks.

Step 5

While the corn is grilling, mix the low-sodium mayonnaise, garlic powder, smoked paprika, chili powder, and black pepper in a small bowl until well combined.

Step 6

Once the corn is grilled, remove it from the grill and let it cool slightly.

Step 7

Brush each corn cob evenly with the prepared mayonnaise mixture.

Step 8

Sprinkle the low-sodium cotija cheese generously over the corn.

Step 9

Chop the fresh cilantro finely and sprinkle over the corn.

Step 10

Cut the limes into wedges and serve each ear of corn with a lime wedge for squeezing over the top.

Step 11

Serve warm and enjoy!

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(814.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1618.6

Total Fat 116.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 50.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 228.5mg	0%
Sodium 546.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 95.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.0g	0%
Total Sugars 28.6g
Protein 72.9g	0%

Vitamin D 51.3IU	0%
Calcium 1772.6mg	0%
Iron 4.6mg	0%
Potassium 1345.8mg	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: 60.8%

Protein: 17.0%

Carbs: 22.3%