Elotes Mexicanos - Mexican Corn Salad
Creamy Elotes Mexicanos - Mexican Corn Salad! The perfect side dish, dip or a summer snack.
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Servings: 5
Calories: 295kcal
Ingredients
- 6 ears of corn (About 5 cups)
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 3-4 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 3/4 tsp ground ancho chili powder (use more according to your liking)
- 1/2 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/4 tsp salt (use more according to your liking)
- 1/8 tsp black pepper (use more according to your liking)
- 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion (use more according to your liking)
- 1/2 cup crumble Cotija cheese
Additional Toppings (Optional)
- 2 tbsp chopped jalapenos (use more according to your liking)
- 2 tbsp chopped chive (use more according to your liking)
- a sprinkling of ancho chili powder to serve
- a sprinkling of smoked paprika to serve
- a sprinkling of Cotija cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425° F
- Pull the husks and silks off the ear of corn with your hand. Cut off the stems, rinse the ears and dry well.
- Place an ear of corn, cut side down, on a cutting board or in the center hole of the baking pan. Using a sharp knife to slice down the kernels.
- Place the corn kernel onto a baking sheet and spread evenly to a single layer.
- Roast the corn for about 15-18 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat and allow to cool for a few minutes at room temperature.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine mayo, cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, salt, pepper, and lime juice.
- Add the corn, red onion, cheese and mix well. Adjust seasoning if needed.
- Serve immediately with or without additional toppings and enjoy!
Notes
Kid-friendly option:
Simply combine the roasted corn, cotija cheese and mayo-dressing until it's mixed well. Many traditional versions of this recipe also have red onion mixed in. Today I opted to place the red onion on the side/top with jalapeno and chives.
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
Elotes Mexicanos - Mexican Corn Salad
Amount Per Serving
Calories 295
Calories from Fat 198
% Daily Value*
Fat 22g34%
Saturated Fat 5g31%
Cholesterol 23mg8%
Sodium 448mg19%
Potassium 338mg10%
Carbohydrates 23g8%
Fiber 3g13%
Sugar 9g10%
Protein 6g12%
Vitamin A 584IU12%
Vitamin C 18mg22%
Calcium 76mg8%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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