Mexican Snack
Elevate your snacking game with this irresistible Mexican Snack recipe, a savory twist on classic street corn flavors. Featuring freshly charred corn kernels tossed in a luscious blend of creamy mayonnaise, tangy sour cream, and zesty lime, this crowd-pleasing dip is finished with crumbled cotija cheese, fragrant cilantro, and a kick of chili powder or Tajín seasoning. Perfect for gatherings, this quick and easy appetizer is ready in just 20 minutes and pairs beautifully with crunchy tortilla chips or crisp sliced vegetables. Whether you're hosting a party or indulging in a fiesta-inspired snack, this flavorful dish delivers an authentic taste of Mexico in every bite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups fresh corn kernels (from about 4 ears of corn or 4 cups frozen, thawed)
- 0.5 cups mayonnaise
- 0.5 cups sour cream
- 0.75 cups cotija cheese, crumbled
- 1 large lime (zested and juiced)
- 0.25 cups fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 small jalapeño, finely diced (optional)
- 1 teaspoons chili powder or Tajín seasoning
- 0.5 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 bag tortilla chips or sliced vegetables (for serving)
Instructions
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil.
Add the corn kernels to the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, until the corn is lightly charred, about 8–10 minutes. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, lime zest, chili powder, garlic powder, and half of the cotija cheese. Stir to combine.
Fold the charred corn into the mayonnaise mixture. Add in the chopped cilantro and diced jalapeño, if using.
Transfer the mixture to a serving dish or bowl. Sprinkle the remaining cotija cheese and a little extra chili powder or Tajín seasoning on top for garnish.
Serve the dip warm or at room temperature with tortilla chips or sliced vegetables for dipping.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
542 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 34.9 g | 45% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.6 g | 48% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 32 mg | 11% | |
| Sodium | 475 mg | 21% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 54.9 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.1 g | 22% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.0 g | ||
| Protein | 12.0 g | 24% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 158 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 1.6 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 545 mg | 12% | |
*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.
