Mexican Corn Salad
This Mexican Corn Salad is exactly like an Elote, but in salad form! Grilled corn topped with cotija cheese and chili powder.
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Mexican Corn Salad
This Mexican Corn Salad is exactly like an Elote, but in salad form! Grilled corn topped with cotija cheese and chili powder.
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| Servings | Prep Time |
| 6servings | 10minutes |
| Cook Time |
| 10minutes |
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Ingredients
- 4 ears corn, silk and husks removed
- 2Tbsp mayonaise
- 1/2cup sliced green onions
- 1/4 red onion, diced
- 1/2cup Chopped cilantro
- 1 jalapeño, ribs and seeds removed, minced
- 1 lime, juiced
- 1/4cup Cotija cheese
- 1/2tsp chili powder
Instructions
- Preheat your grill over high heat. Add corn, turning every few minutes, and cooking until charred in spots and tender, about 20 minutes. Remove from heat and use a knife to cut kernels from cob. Add to a large bowl.
- To the bowl add mayonaise, sliced green onions, cilantro, jalapeños, lime juice, and cotija cheese. Toss ingredients together. Garnish with chili powder.
Recipe Notes
If you don't have a grill you can always sauté the corn in a cast-iron skillet until tender and charred.
You can find cotija cheese in the cheese section, usually it is packaged in smalls rounds.
Perfect Pairing
The salad pairs perfectly with these fruity Margarita popsicles.