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Fresh & Zesty Mexican Street Corn Salad
A light and flavorful starter that captures the essence of Mexican street corn in a refreshing salad. Perfectly paired with fajitas or any Mexican main course.
Prep Time
15 minutes
Total Time
35 minutes
Calories
215 kcal
Difficulty
Easy
Equipment
3 items
Cost
£0.93/serving
Ingredients
Servings
4
2Corn on the cob(Husked)
£1.20
2tablespoonsMayonnaise
£0.15
1tablespoonLime juice(Freshly squeezed)
£0.10
1teaspoonLime zest
£0.05
0.3cupCotija cheese(Crumbled)
£1.50
0.5teaspoonChili powder(Adjust to taste)
£0.03
0.3cupCilantro(Chopped)
£0.40
0.3cupRed onion(Finely diced)
£0.15
0.5Jalapeño(Finely minced, optional for spice)
£0.15
to tasteSalt
0to tasteBlack pepper
0Total Cost
£3.73
£0.93 per serving
Instructions
- 1.Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). You can also grill the corn for a smoky flavour. If grilling, preheat grill to medium-high heat.
- 2.Place husked corn on a baking sheet and bake for 20 minutes, or until cooked through and slightly charred. If grilling, grill corn for approximately 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until kernels are lightly charred.
- 3.While the corn is cooking, prepare the dressing by combining mayonnaise, lime juice, lime zest, chili powder, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Whisk until smooth.
- 4.Once the corn is cool enough to handle, carefully cut the kernels off the cob.
- 5.In a large bowl, combine the corn kernels, red onion, jalapeño (if using), and cilantro.
- 6.Pour the dressing over the corn mixture and toss gently to coat.
- 7.Sprinkle with crumbled Cotija cheese.
- 8.Serve immediately or chill for later. Best served fresh.
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My Notes
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Nutrition Information
Nutrition per serving (170g)
215 kcal / 899 kJ
Carbs
21g
8% of RDA
Fat
13g
19% of RDA
Protein
7g
14% of RDA
Detailed Breakdown
Fibre
3 g
10% of RDA
Sugar
5 g
6% of RDA
Sodium
210 mg
9% of RDA
Saturated Fat
4 g
20% of RDA
Chef's Tips
For a smoky flavor, grill the corn instead of baking it.
Adjust the amount of chili powder and jalapeño to your spice preference.
If you don't have Cotija cheese, you can substitute with feta cheese or queso fresco.
For a vegan option, use vegan mayonnaise and omit the cheese.
Cooking Equipment
Oven
Mixing Bowl
Grill pan (optional)
Wine Pairings
No wine pairing suggestions available for this recipe.
Complete the Meal
Main Course
Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas
Easy and flavorful sheet pan chicken fajitas with bell peppers, onions, and a homemade fajita seasoning. Perfect for a quick weeknight meal!
40 minutes
4 servings
Easy"Pairs perfectly with this starter"
Dessert
Cinnamon Sugar Tortilla Crisps with Chocolate Dipping Sauce
Crispy, cinnamon-sugar coated tortilla crisps served with a rich chocolate dipping sauce, a light and delightful dessert following a spicy fajita meal.
30 minutes
4 servings
Easy"These crispy tortilla chips provide a light and subtly sweet ending, echoing the fajita's tortilla base in a dessert format. The cinnamon sugar complements the spice of the fajitas, and the chocolate dipping sauce adds a touch of decadence that appeals to both adults and children, maintaining the meal's kid-friendly nature."
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