Description
A vibrant dish that combines sweet corn, creamy dressing, and zesty lime for a delightful flavor explosion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups corn (fresh, frozen, or canned)
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 cup cotija cheese (crumbled)
- 1/4 cup cilantro (chopped)
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 lime (juiced)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the corn: If using fresh corn, grill the cobs until charred, then cool and cut the kernels off the cob. For frozen corn, cook according to package instructions. If using canned corn, drain and rinse thoroughly.
- Combine the dressing: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, cotija cheese, cilantro, chili powder, and lime juice. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Mix it all together: Gently fold the prepared corn into the dressing until coated evenly.
- Let it chill: Cover the bowl and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
- Serve and enjoy: Scoop into a serving bowl and serve cold!
Notes
This salad can be made a day in advance for best flavor. It pairs well with grilled meats and tacos.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg