Side Dishes

Mexican Corn Salad

Dinner at the Zoo
May 11, 2019
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https://www.dinneratthezoo.com/mexican-corn-salad/

This Mexican corn salad is corn kernels and vegetables tossed in a creamy lime dressing, then topped with cotjita cheese. A twist on the classic Mexican street corn that's easy to eat and perfect for a potluck!

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1 tbsp butter
4 cups corn kernels ( fresh or frozen-thaw if frozen )
salt and pepper to taste
1 red bell pepper ( cored, seeded and finely chopped )
1/4 cup red onion ( finely chopped )
1 jalapeno ( seeds and ribs removed, then finely chopped )
1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves ( chopped plus more for garnish )
3 tbsp lime juice
1/4 cup Mexican crema ( or sour cream )
2 tbsp mayonnaise
1/2 tsp cumin
1/4 tsp smoked paprika
1/2 tsp chili powder ( plus more for garnish )
1/3 cup cotija cheese ( finely grated )
  • Melt the butter in a large pan over medium high heat.
  • Add the corn to the pan and cook for 3-5 minutes or...

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Nutritions

Calories
259

Sodium
185mg
7% DV

Fat
15g
24% DV

Protein
9g
19% DV

Carbs
10g
3% DV

Fiber
4g
17% DV