Dairy-Free Esquite
Experience the vibrant, smoky flavors of Mexico with this Dairy-Free Esquite recipe—a fresh, creamy twist on the street food classic that’s completely vegan and bursting with bold seasonings! Charred corn kernels are tossed with a zesty, plant-based dressing made from vegan mayonnaise, lime juice, and a blend of chili powder and smoked paprika, delivering a satisfying kick of spice. Aromatic chopped cilantro, sliced green onions, and minced jalapeño bring extra layers of freshness, while olive oil adds richness without the dairy. Ready in just 25 minutes, this easy esquite is perfect for a crowd-pleasing appetizer or side dish, served warm or at room temperature. Try this gluten-free, dairy-free delight to enhance your next dinner party or taco night!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups corn kernels
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup vegan mayonnaise
- 3 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 3 green onions, sliced
- 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the corn kernels and cook, stirring occasionally, for about 8-10 minutes or until they start to char. This step adds a smoky flavor to the salad.
Once the corn is charred, remove the skillet from the heat and let it cool slightly.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the vegan mayonnaise, lime juice, chili powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine into a smooth dressing.
Add the cooked corn, chopped cilantro, sliced green onions, and minced jalapeño into the bowl with the dressing.
Stir everything together until the corn is evenly coated with the dressing.
Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt or lime juice if needed.
Serve the Esquite warm or at room temperature, garnished with extra chopped cilantro if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1410 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 81.2 g | 104% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.1 g | 66% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 26.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 54 mg | 18% | |
| Sodium | 2466 mg | 107% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 177.0 g | 64% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.6 g | 66% | |
| Total Sugars | 58.8 g | ||
| Protein | 25.0 g | 50% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 91 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 6.5 mg | 36% | |
| Potassium | 2236 mg | 48% | |
*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.
