Mexican Side Dish
Elevate your meal with this vibrant and flavorful Mexican Side Dish, a modern twist on classic Mexican street corn that’s bursting with fresh and zesty ingredients! This quick and easy dish features sweet, golden corn kernels charred to perfection, then tossed in a creamy blend of mayonnaise, sour cream, and freshly squeezed lime juice. Crumbled cotija cheese, chopped cilantro, and a touch of diced jalapeño add texture and bold flavor, while a sprinkle of chili powder and smoked paprika provide a smoky, spicy kick. Perfect as a crowd-pleaser at barbecues, taco nights, or festive gatherings, this Mexican-inspired side is ready in just 20 minutes and can be served warm or chilled for ultimate versatility. Satisfy your cravings for the tastes of Mexico with this irresistible, cheese-topped creation!
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Ingredients
- 4 cups fresh corn kernels (from about 4 ears of corn)
- 0.25 cups mayonnaise
- 0.25 cups sour cream
- 0.5 cups cotija cheese, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 0.25 cups cilantro, chopped
- 1 jalapeño, finely diced
- 1 teaspoons chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoons olive oil
- 0 salt (to taste)
- 0 black pepper (to taste)
Directions
Step 1
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Step 2
Add the corn kernels to the skillet and cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the kernels are slightly charred and golden. Remove from heat and let them cool slightly.
Step 3
In a large mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, chili powder, smoked paprika, and minced garlic. Mix well until smooth.
Step 4
Add the cooked corn to the bowl and toss to coat thoroughly with the dressing.
Step 5
Stir in the cotija cheese, cilantro, and diced jalapeño. Mix until evenly distributed.
Step 6
Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Step 7
Transfer the salad to a serving dish, garnish with extra cotija cheese and cilantro, and serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 hours before serving.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1087.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1803.0 |
| Total Fat 116.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 41.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g | |
| Cholesterol 215.8mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2453.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 166.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 23.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 56.9g | |
| Protein 57.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 999.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 7.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2279.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories