Description
This vibrant Mexican Street Corn Salad is a flavorful and creamy side dish featuring sweet corn kernels tossed in a zesty blend of mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, and spices. Crumbled feta or cotija cheese along with fresh cilantro and green onions add texture and freshness, making it the perfect crowd-pleaser for summer parties or casual meals.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 4 cups cooked corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese or cotija cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 tablespoons green onions, chopped
- 1 tablespoon hot sauce (optional)
Instructions
- Combine Dressing and Corn: In a large bowl, mix together cooked corn kernels, mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, chili powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until the corn is evenly coated with the creamy mixture.
- Add Cheese and Herbs: Gently fold in the crumbled feta or cotija cheese, fresh chopped cilantro, and green onions to incorporate flavor and texture without breaking up the cheese too much.
- Optional Heat: Drizzle hot sauce over the salad if you wish for an extra kick of spice, then gently toss to combine.
- Chill: Cover the bowl and refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld together.
- Serve: Enjoy the salad chilled or at room temperature as a delicious side dish for barbecues, picnics, or everyday meals.
Notes
- This salad can be made with either fresh, grilled corn or frozen corn that has been cooked and cooled.
- Feta cheese can be substituted with cotija cheese for a more traditional Mexican flavor.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute mayonnaise and sour cream with vegan alternatives and omit the cheese.
- The salad is best served within 1-2 days of preparation for optimal freshness.
- Adjust the amount of chili powder and hot sauce to suit your preferred spice level.
