Mexican Street Corn Salad with Avocado
Mexican Street Corn Salad with Avocado is a vibrant, refreshing dish that brings the beloved flavors of traditional elotes into a deliciously easy-to-enjoy salad. Perfect for summer barbecues or as a flavorful side to complement your favorite Mexican meals, this salad features sweet corn, creamy avocado, and zesty lime, all mixed together for a nutritious and satisfying experience. With its quick preparation time and customizable nature, it’s a fantastic option for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 ears fresh corn (shucked)
- 1 1/2 Tbsp vegetable oil
- Salt (to taste)
- 1/3 cup chopped onion (red or green)
- 1/3 cup chopped cilantro leaves
- 1 jalapeno pepper (minced, optional)
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- 3 oz Cotija cheese (crumbled)
- 3 Tbsp mayonnaise
- 1 1/2 Tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1/2 tsp chili powder
- 1 1/2 medium ripe avocados (chopped)
Instructions
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Add corn, season with salt, and toss well. Cook while stirring occasionally until charred on all sides, about 6-9 minutes.
- Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly.
- In a medium bowl, combine the cooled corn with avocados, onions, cilantro, jalapeno, garlic, Cotija cheese, mayonnaise, lime juice, and chili powder. Toss gently to mix.
- Serve immediately with additional chili powder if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 5mg