Mexican Street Corn

This Mexican Street Corn is a delicious way to celebrate sweet summer corn at its peak. With fresh ingredients and bold flavors, it's an easy side dish that pairs beautifully with grilled meats, seafood, or plant-based entrées.

Course Side Dish

Cuisine Mexican

Keyword Corn

Prep Time 30

Cook Time 20

Calories 259kcal

Ingredients

4 ears corn on the cob
2 T. Melted Butter: you can also use avocado oil or vegetable oil
1 clove Garlic
2 T Mayonnaise can substitute lite mayonnaise
1/2 c Greek Yogurt 0%
1/3 c Crumbled Cotija Cheese
2-3 T. Fresh Cilantro chopped
1/2 tsp Chipotle Chili Powder
2 Limes divided; one juiced, and one cut into wedges for sprinkling at the end of preparation.

Instructions

Preheat Grill to High
Peel the corn, and soak it in water for 10-15 minutes.

Prepare the Sauce

Mix the mayonnaise, sour cream, Greek yogurt, and fresh lime juice together and transfer to a shallow dish.

Prepare the Topping

In a small bowl mix together, chile powder, cilantro and cojita cheese, transfer to a shallow dish. Set aside.

Prepare Corn

Pat corn dry and brush with butter or olive oil
Grill to evenly-browned.
Remove the corn from the grill, and while still warm, generously brush the cream mixture all over the ears of corn
Roll the corn in the cheese/spice mixture, sprinkle with lime juice, and serve warm.

Notes

Tip

Fresh corn is sweetest when it's in season, making summer the perfect time to enjoy this recipe. Grill the corn until lightly charred to bring out its natural sweetness, and serve it alongside grilled chicken, fish, steak, or portobello mushrooms for a colorful and flavorful meal.

Dietitian's tip

Corn is a whole grain that's naturally rich in fiber and provides vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants that support overall health. Enjoying corn alongside a source of protein, such as grilled chicken, fish, beans, or portobello mushrooms, creates a balanced and satisfying meal.

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