Mexican Street Corn Salad (Esquites)

Megan Marlowe
October 10, 2016
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Sweet, creamy, cheesy and a little bit spicy, this Mexican street corn salad is the perfect side addition to any dinner, picnic or summertime cookout. Serve with grilled steak, chicken, fish and an ice cold refreshing Mexican beer and you\'ve got yourself a fiesta!

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2 tablespoons olive oil
2 (16-ounce) packages frozen whole-kernel corn, divided
2 teaspoons sugar, divided
1/4 cup mayonnaise (light, canola, regular) I used light
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 1/2 teaspoons ancho chile powder
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 cup Cotija cheese, grated
1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves, finely chopped
lime wedges for serving
Heat a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon oil to pan, making sure to coat the entire bottom of the pan. Add half of corn (16 ounces) and 1 teaspoon sugar to hot...
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Nutritions

Calories
120

Sodium
272mg
11% DV

Fat
7g
12% DV

Protein
2g
4% DV

Carbs
2g
0% DV

Fiber
0.5g
2% DV