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Flavorful Mexican Street Corn Salad Recipe Easy Homemade Cotija Lime Salad

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A quick and easy Mexican street corn salad featuring smoky grilled corn, creamy cotija cheese, tangy lime juice, and a hint of spice. Perfect as a fresh, flavorful side for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 4 ears fresh corn on the cob (grilled or roasted)
  • ¾ cup cotija cheese, crumbled
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: crumbled queso fresco or feta cheese for a twist

Instructions

  1. Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Husk corn and remove silk. Grill ears directly on the grill, turning occasionally, until lightly charred and tender, about 10-12 minutes. Alternatively, roast corn in oven at 425°F for 20-25 minutes, turning halfway.
  2. Let corn cool slightly. Using a sharp knife, carefully slice kernels off the cob into a large mixing bowl, including some charred bits.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, fresh lime juice, chili powder, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy.
  4. Pour dressing over warm corn kernels and toss to coat evenly.
  5. Gently fold in crumbled cotija cheese, chopped cilantro, and sliced green onions without overmixing.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or lime juice as needed.
  7. Transfer salad to a serving bowl, garnish with extra cotija cheese, chili powder, and lime wedges.

Notes

Use firm, crumbly cotija cheese rather than pre-shredded for best texture and flavor. Fresh lime juice is essential to avoid bitterness. Char the corn well for authentic smoky flavor. Salad can be served warm or chilled. For a shortcut, frozen corn can be pan-roasted but lacks smoky depth. Adjust chili powder to taste. Salad keeps up to 2 days refrigerated; avoid freezing.

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Keywords: Mexican street corn salad, cotija cheese salad, lime corn salad, easy corn salad, grilled corn salad, summer side dish, gluten-free, vegetarian

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