Mexican Street Corn Salad
This Mexican street corn salad turns delicious elote into the perfect summer side! With blistered corn, lime, cheese, and a creamy dressing. Fresh and easy!
Foto: Well Plated
Ingredients
- 5 ears fresh corn (OR 2 (12-ounce) bags frozen corn - if using frozen, do not thaw; i don't recommend canned as it's too wet)
- 2 tablespoons canola oil (or similar neutral cooking oil)
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt (plus a pinch or two)
- ⅓ cup thinly sliced green onions
- ⅓ cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 4 ounces crumbled feta or cotija cheese (about 3/4 cup)
- ¼ cup plain Greek yogurt or sour cream
- 1 jalapeño pepper (seeds and membranes removed, finely chopped)
- 1 clove garlic (minced (about 1 teaspoon))
- 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lime juice
- ¼ teaspoon chili powder
- ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika
Steps
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Remove the corn husks and silks, then cut the corn from the cob; you should have about 4 cups kernels.
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In a cast iron or similar large, sturdy skillet, heat the oil over medium high. Add the corn and ¼ teaspoon salt. Stir to combine, then spread the corn into a single layer. Let cook undisturbed for 2 minutes.
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Stir the corn, spread back into an even layer, then cook 2 minutes more. Repeat two or three times more, until the corn is charred all over (this will take about 8 minutes). Be very careful and stand back as the corn may pop out of the skillet. Let cool in the skillet for two minutes and then transfer to a large bowl.
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Add the green onions, cilantro, feta (or cotija), yogurt (or sour cream), jalapeno, garlic, lime juice, chili powder, smoked paprika, and a pinch of salt.
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Stir to combine. Taste and adjust the seasoning as desired. Serve right away.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Macronutrients
*DV = Daily Value based on a 2,000 calorie diet
💰 Cost Estimate
📋 Price Breakdown (25% ingredients detected)
| Ingredient | Amount | Unit Price | Subtotal |
|---|---|---|---|
| ears fresh corn | 5 | - | - |
| canola oil | 2 tablespoons | - | - |
| kosher salt | 0.25 teaspoon | - | - |
| thinly sliced green onions | 0.333 cup | - | - |
| chopped fresh cilantro | 0.333 cup | - | - |
| crumbled feta or cotija cheese | 4 ounces | - | - |
| plain Greek yogurt or sour cream | 0.25 cup | Rp 15.000/200g | Rp 4.444 |
| jalapeño pepper | 1 | - | - |
| garlic | 1 clove | - | - |
| freshly squeezed lime juice | 1 tablespoon | - | - |
| chili powder | 0.25 teaspoon | Rp 8.000/100g | Rp 100 |
| smoked paprika | 0.25 teaspoon | Rp 40.000/kg | Rp 50 |
*Estimated market prices, may vary by region
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