Description
A vibrant and refreshing salad that combines sweet corn with creamy mayonnaise and tangy lime, perfect for summer barbecues.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh corn kernels
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/4 cup red onion, diced
- 1/2 cup Cotija cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine the corn, cilantro, and red onion in a large bowl.
- Whisk together the mayonnaise, lime juice, chili powder, salt, and pepper in a separate bowl.
- Pour the dressing over the corn mixture and toss to coat.
- Sprinkle with Cotija cheese before serving.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
Use fresh corn for the best flavor, but canned or frozen corn can be used in a pinch. Adjust lime juice and chili powder to taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg