Easy Mexican Corn Salad Recipe
This Easy Mexican Corn Salad is a quick and delicious side dish perfect for barbecues and weeknight dinners. Fresh corn kernels, vibrant herbs, and tangy Cotija cheese tossed together in a creamy lime dressing make for a refreshing and flavorful salad.
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Servings:
Calories: 120kcal
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 cups corn kernels fresh or frozen, cooked
- 1 cup Cotija cheese crumbled
- 0.25 cup cilantro chopped
- 0.5 cup red onion finely diced
- 0.25 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons lime juice freshly squeezed
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt to taste
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- In a large bowl, combine cooked corn kernels, crumbled Cotija cheese, chopped cilantro, and diced red onion.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, lime juice, chili powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the corn mixture and toss until thoroughly combined.
- Adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 1 hour to allow flavors to meld. Garnish with additional chopped cilantro before serving if desired.
Notes
For a spicier kick, add a chopped jalapeño or a sprinkle of cayenne pepper to the salad.