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    Home » Recipes » Salad » Mexican Corn Salad

    Mexican Corn Salad

    Published: Jul 31, 2020 · Modified: Apr 12, 2023 by Tonia Larson

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    Mexican Corn Salad has freshly roasted corn kernels coated with spicy mayo, cotija cheese, chipotle garlic seasoning, cilantro, and lime juice.

    top down view of mexican corn salad in a bowl

    A Mexican Corn Salad is like elotes or Mexican street corn in the form of a salad rather than on a cob. It can be served cold or warmed up before serving.

    grilled Mexican Street Corn

    Start by grilling your corn on the cob. You can find my detailed instructions for how to grill corn on cob here.

    cut kernels off cobb

    Allow the corn to cool enough to be able to handle it and then cut it off of the cob.

    How can I roast canned corn?

    Yes, you can use canned corn, fresh corn, or leftover boiled corn instead of grilled corn. To get the “grilled” flavor without a grill, you can toast the corn kernels in a lightly greased skillet over medium-high heat, stirring often, until corn starts to brown.

    ingredients in bowl

    Put the corn kernels, mayonnaise, sour cream, chipotle garlic seasoning cotija cheese, chopped cilantro, and lime juice in a bowl. Stir to combine.

    Should Mexican corn salad be served warm or cold?

    This Mexican corn salad can be served either warm or cold. Eating it warm is like having freshly made Mexican street corn. On the other hand, eating this salad chilled is similar to eating cowboy caviar.

    mexican street corn salad in a brown bowl

    What else can I add to Mexican Corn Salad?

    To put your own spin on this Mexican corn salad, you can add additional vegetables, meat, or crushed chips. Here are some suggestions:

    • onion
    • bell peppers
    • tomatoes
    • green chilies
    • jalapeno
    • avocado
    • cucumbers
    • shredded lettuce

    If you want to turn the salad into something heartier, you can add meat, pasta, or crushed chips. Here are a few ideas:

    • browned chorizo pork
    • taco meat
    • chipotle chicken
    • cooked elbow or rotini noodles
    • black beans
    wooden spoonful of mexican corn salad

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    This Corn Salad recipe is a creamy combination of fresh sweet corn, colorful peppers, and ripe tomatoes! It only takes a few minutes to mix up and can also be served as a party appetizer as a dip with chips.

    mexican street corn salad in a brown bowl

    Mexican Corn Salad

    Mexican Corn Salad has freshly roasted corn kernels coated with spicy mayo, cotija cheese, chipotle garlic seasoning, cilantro, and lime juice.
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    Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 7 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 22 minutes minutes
    Servings: 8 servings
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    Equipment

    Char-Broil Gas Grill
    Cutting Board
    Calphalon Knife Block Set
    Chipotle And Roasted Garlic

    Ingredients

    • 4 ears grilled sweet corn
    • ¼ cup mayonnaise
    • 2 tablespoon sour cream
    • ¼ cup crumbled cotija cheese
    • ¼ cup chopped cilantro
    • 2 tablespoon lime juice
    • ½ teaspoon chipotle garlic seasoning

    Instructions

    • Cut the corn kernels off of the grilled ears of sweet corn. Place in a bowl.
    • Stir the mayonnaise, sour cream, chipotle garlic seasoning, cotija cheese, chopped cilantro, and lime juice.
    • Can be served warm or cold.
    • Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge.

    Video

    Notes

    • If using canned or frozen corn, you’ll need 3-4 cups of kernels. Toast the corn kernels in a greased skillet over medium-high heat, stirring often, until corn starts to brown to get the “grilled” flavor.
     

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1serving | Calories: 106kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 9mg | Sodium: 121mg | Potassium: 137mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 163IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 28mg | Iron: 0.3mg
    Course: Salad
    Cuisine: Mexican
    Author: Tonia Larson

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    About Tonia Larson

    Hi! I’m Tonia, the owner and recipe creator at The Gunny Sack, where I’ve shared easy recipes for busy people for 12+ years! My family-friendly meals, easy side dishes, and delicious desserts include mouthwatering photos, dynamic videos, and step-by-step instructions to help you cook at home.

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