Enjoy this creamy and cheesy Mexican street corn salad, also known as esquites. It’s a flavor-packed dish with lime and chili that’s perfect as a side or appetizer.
Author:Alex Rwanda
Prep Time:10 minutes
Cook Time:7 minutes
Total Time:17 minutes
Yield:6 servings
Category:Salad
Method:Skillet
Cuisine:Mexican
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
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1 tablespoon olive oil
4 cups corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup sour cream
1/4 cup crumbled cotija cheese
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon cumin
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add corn kernels and cook until tender and slightly charred, about 5-7 minutes.
In a large bowl, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, cotija cheese, cilantro, lime juice, chili powder, and cumin.
Add the cooked corn to the bowl and mix well to coat.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Serve warm or chilled.
Notes
For a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or finely diced jalapeƱo.
If cotija cheese is unavailable, feta cheese can be a good substitute.
This salad can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.