
Mexican Street Corn Salad
This irresistibly easy corn salad has all the flavors of classic Mexican street corn!
Recipe source: Bon Appétit
Recipe source: Bon Appétit
Recipe - FRANCE AVE EDINA

Mexican Street Corn Salad
Prep Time30 Minutes
Servings4
Cook Time15 Minutes
Ingredients
4 ears of corn, husked
3 tablespoons mayonnaise
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
⅛ teaspoon paprika
Pinch of cayenne pepper (optional)
2 ounces Cotija cheese or Parmesan, crumbled (about ½ cup), plus more for serving
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro, plus more for serving
Kosher salt, to taste
freshly ground pepper, to taste
Directions
- Prepare grill for medium heat.
- Grill corn, turning occasionally, until tender and charred, 8-10 minutes; let cool slightly. Cut kernels from cobs and transfer to a medium bowl.
- Whisk mayonnaise, lime juice, paprika, cayenne (if using), 2 ounces Cotija cheese, and 2 tablespoons cilantro in a large bowl; season with salt and pepper. Dressing can be made 2 days ahead; cover and chill in refrigerator until ready to use.
- Add corn and toss to combine. Top with more cheese and cilantro.
30 minutes
Prep Time
15 minutes
Cook Time
4
Servings
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Makes 4 servings

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Directions
- Prepare grill for medium heat.
- Grill corn, turning occasionally, until tender and charred, 8-10 minutes; let cool slightly. Cut kernels from cobs and transfer to a medium bowl.
- Whisk mayonnaise, lime juice, paprika, cayenne (if using), 2 ounces Cotija cheese, and 2 tablespoons cilantro in a large bowl; season with salt and pepper. Dressing can be made 2 days ahead; cover and chill in refrigerator until ready to use.
- Add corn and toss to combine. Top with more cheese and cilantro.