Crunchy Mexicorn Salad
Elevate your next gathering with this vibrant and flavorful Crunchy Mexicorn Salad—a zesty combination of sweet corn, crunchy bell peppers, and the spicy kick of jalapeño, all tossed in a creamy lime-infused dressing. Bursting with bold Southwest flavors, this no-cook recipe is topped with crushed tortilla chips and optional crumbled cotija cheese for a satisfying crunch that’s sure to impress. Ready in just 15 minutes of prep time and chilled to perfection, this versatile salad makes a refreshing side dish or a festive accompaniment to grilled proteins. Perfect for parties, potlucks, or weeknight meals, this easy-to-make recipe highlights fresh, colorful ingredients and bold spices for a crowd-pleasing dish packed with texture and flavor.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups sweet corn kernels (drained, if canned)
- 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
- 1 medium green bell pepper, diced
- 1 small red onion, finely diced
- 1 small jalapeño, deseeded and minced
- 0.5 cup cilantro, chopped
- 2 medium lime, juiced
- 0.25 cup mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup tortilla chips, crushed for garnish
- 0.5 cup cotija cheese (optional), crumbled for garnish
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the sweet corn kernels, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, red onion, jalapeño, and cilantro.
In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, mayonnaise, chili powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper until well blended.
Pour the dressing over the corn mixture and toss until evenly coated.
Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Before serving, sprinkle crushed tortilla chips and crumbled cotija cheese (if using) over the top for a delightful crunch and extra flavor.
Serve chilled as a side dish or enjoy with your favorite grilled protein.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2102 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 115.0 g | 147% | |
| Saturated Fat | 30.7 g | 154% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 166 mg | 55% | |
| Sodium | 3664 mg | 159% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 244.5 g | 89% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 32.0 g | 114% | |
| Total Sugars | 52.2 g | ||
| Protein | 63.9 g | 128% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 1067 mg | 82% | |
| Iron | 10.3 mg | 57% | |
| Potassium | 2892 mg | 62% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
