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Mexican Street Corn Salad

Mexican Street Corn Salad
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Dive into deliciousness with this easy-to-make Mexican Street Corn Salad. Perfect for gatherings or light lunches—give it a try today!

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups corn (fresh or frozen)
  • 1 red bell pepper (diced)
  • 1 jalapeño (diced)
  • 1/2 large red onion (diced)
  • 1 bunch fresh cilantro (minced)
  • 2/3 cup cotija cheese (or feta)
  • 3 tablespoons sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 4 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon chili powder

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large sauté pan over medium-high heat. Add corn and diced jalapeño; cook for 7–10 minutes until charred.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine charred corn mixture with diced red bell pepper, red onion, and cilantro.
  3. In a separate bowl, mix sour cream, mayonnaise, lime juice, cumin, paprika, salt, and chili powder until smooth.
  4. Pour the dressing over the vegetable mixture and fold gently to combine.
  5. Sprinkle half of the cotija cheese into the salad; gently mix again.
  6. Transfer to a serving bowl and garnish with remaining cheese and cilantro leaves.

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