Description
Mexican Street Corn Salad is a vibrant, flavor-packed dish that captures the essence of summer. Combining sweet grilled corn with creamy avocado, zesty lime, and smoky spices, this salad is a delightful fusion perfect for any occasion. Whether served as a side at barbecues or as a main dish for family dinners, each bite bursts with freshness and excitement. Easy to prepare and visually stunning, this salad will transport you to sun-soaked days filled with laughter and joy.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 ears fresh corn (grilled and kernels removed)
- 1 ripe avocado (diced)
- ½ cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
- ¼ cup freshly squeezed lime juice
- 1 tsp chili powder
- ½ cup mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt)
- ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
- ¼ cup red onion (finely diced)
Instructions
- Grill the corn on medium-high heat until charred (10-15 minutes). Allow to cool and cut off kernels into a large bowl.
- Add diced avocado, chopped cilantro, crumbled feta cheese, finely diced red onion, and chili powder to the bowl.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together lime juice and mayonnaise until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the corn mixture and toss gently until evenly coated.
- Transfer to a serving dish and enjoy immediately or chill for one hour before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg