Mexican Side Dish
Elevate your meal with this vibrant and flavorful Mexican Side Dish, a modern twist on classic Mexican street corn that’s bursting with fresh and zesty ingredients! This quick and easy dish features sweet, golden corn kernels charred to perfection, then tossed in a creamy blend of mayonnaise, sour cream, and freshly squeezed lime juice. Crumbled cotija cheese, chopped cilantro, and a touch of diced jalapeño add texture and bold flavor, while a sprinkle of chili powder and smoked paprika provide a smoky, spicy kick. Perfect as a crowd-pleaser at barbecues, taco nights, or festive gatherings, this Mexican-inspired side is ready in just 20 minutes and can be served warm or chilled for ultimate versatility. Satisfy your cravings for the tastes of Mexico with this irresistible, cheese-topped creation!
Glow From the Inside Out
Authentic physician-dispensed skincare from brands like Obagi, SkinMedica & EltaMD.
Trusted by dermatologists, loved by your skin
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups fresh corn kernels (from about 4 ears of corn)
- 0.25 cups mayonnaise
- 0.25 cups sour cream
- 0.5 cups cotija cheese, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 0.25 cups cilantro, chopped
- 1 jalapeño, finely diced
- 1 teaspoons chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoons olive oil
- salt (to taste)
- black pepper (to taste)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the corn kernels to the skillet and cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the kernels are slightly charred and golden. Remove from heat and let them cool slightly.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, chili powder, smoked paprika, and minced garlic. Mix well until smooth.
Add the cooked corn to the bowl and toss to coat thoroughly with the dressing.
Stir in the cotija cheese, cilantro, and diced jalapeño. Mix until evenly distributed.
Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Transfer the salad to a serving dish, garnish with extra cotija cheese and cilantro, and serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 hours before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
246 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 15.9 g | 20% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.9 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 18 mg | 6% | |
| Sodium | 277 mg | 12% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 23.6 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.5 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.3 g | ||
| Protein | 6.1 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 88 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 0.7 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 361 mg | 8% | |
*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.
