Vegetarian Esquite

Get ready to savor the vibrant flavors of Vegetarian Esquite, a Mexican-inspired street corn salad that's bursting with color and zest! This recipe reimagines the beloved esquite into a vegetarian-friendly delight, starring charred kernels of fresh corn, creamy mayonnaise, and tangy sour cream. A sprinkle of Cotija cheese, a touch of lime juice, and a dash of smoky chili powder and paprika elevate this dish into a harmony of bold tastes. The addition of fresh avocado and a hint of jalapeño spice brings richness and heat, while chopped cilantro adds a refreshing finish. Perfect as a side dish, snack, or party appetizer, this easy, grill-friendly recipe is ready in just 30 minutes and can be served warm, room temperature, or chilled. Whether you’re cooking for a crowd or enjoying it solo, Vegetarian Esquite is guaranteed to steal the spotlight!

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 5 ears Fresh corn on the cob
• 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
• 0.5 cup Sour cream
• 0.5 cup Cotija cheese, crumbled
• 2 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 large Avocado, diced
• 1 medium Jalapeño, finely chopped

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your grill or a cast-iron grill pan over medium-high heat.

Step 2

Remove the husks and silk from the corn ears. Brush each ear lightly with vegetable oil.

Step 3

Place the corn on the preheated grill, turning occasionally until lightly charred and cooked through, about 10-12 minutes.

Step 4

Once cooked, remove the corn from the grill and allow it to cool slightly. Then, using a sharp knife, carefully cut the kernels off the ears and transfer them to a large mixing bowl.

Step 5

In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, chili powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.

Step 6

Pour the creamy mixture over the grilled corn in the large mixing bowl. Add the crumbled Cotija cheese, chopped cilantro, diced avocado, and chopped jalapeño. Mix gently until well combined.

Step 7

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary with additional salt, lime juice, or chili powder.

Step 8

Serve the esquite warm, at room temperature, or chilled. Garnish with extra Cotija cheese and cilantro if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1131.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2312.4

Total Fat 183.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 54.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 303.4mg	0%
Sodium 3390.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 148.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 27.9g	0%
Total Sugars 42.6g
Protein 54.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1084.4mg	0%
Iron 7.0mg	0%
Potassium 2551.7mg	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: 67.1%

Protein: 8.8%

Carbs: 24.1%