Mexican Street Vendor Style Corn Salad

May 14, 2023May 14, 20230 2

Tasty Mexican Street Vendor Style Corn Salad recipe

by The Chefin Salad

Prep

5 min

Cook

7 min

Ready In

12 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

237

Sugar

Fat

15g

Mexican Street Vendor Style Corn Salad is a popular street food in Mexico, often sold by vendors on the side of the road or at markets. This salad is a twist on the classic elote, a popular Mexican street food made with grilled corn, mayonnaise, cotija cheese, chili powder, and lime juice. This version is cooked in a skillet and is a great way to enjoy the flavors of elote in a salad form.

Instructions

1.	Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat.
2.	Add the corn and stir occasionally until cooked, about 5-7 minutes.
3.	In a large bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, cotija cheese, and ground red pepper.
4.	Add the cooked corn to the bowl and stir to combine.
5.	Squeeze lime juice over the top and garnish with cilantro before serving.

PROS

This salad is bursting with flavor and is a great way to use canned corn.

It is quick and easy to make, perfect for busy weeknights!

CONS

The mayonnaise and cheese make this salad high in calories and fat.

It may not be suitable for those on a low-fat diet, but can be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Corn is a good source of fiber and contains vitamin C, folate, and thiamine.
Lime juice is rich in vitamin C and may have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects.

	2 cans whole kernel corn , undrained
	1 tablespoon butter
	2 tablespoons mayonnaise
	1/4 cup grated cotija cheese
	1 pinch ground red pepper to taste
	2 tablespoons lime juice , or to taste
	1 sprig cilantro for garnish