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Flavorful Grilled Mexican Street Corn Salad Recipe Easy Homemade with Cotija and Chipotle Lime

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A smoky, creamy, and tangy grilled Mexican street corn salad featuring cotija cheese and chipotle lime dressing, perfect for summer evenings and BBQs.

Ingredients

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  • 4–5 ears of fresh corn, husked (or about 4 cups frozen corn kernels, thawed)
  • ½ cup cotija cheese, crumbled
  • ⅓ cup mayonnaise (full-fat or Greek yogurt as a lighter substitute)
  • 1–2 chipotle peppers in adobo, minced
  • Juice of 2 fresh limes (about 3 tablespoons)
  • Zest of 1 lime
  • 1 clove garlic, finely minced
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or melted butter, for brushing corn

Instructions

  1. Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat, around 400°F (200°C). Brush the corn with olive oil or melted butter to prevent sticking and aid browning.
  2. Grill the corn for 10-12 minutes, turning every 2-3 minutes, until kernels are charred in spots but not burnt.
  3. Remove corn from grill and let cool slightly for 5 minutes. Carefully cut the kernels off the cob into a large bowl.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, minced chipotle peppers, lime juice, lime zest, minced garlic, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  5. Toss the grilled corn kernels with the dressing until evenly coated.
  6. Add crumbled cotija cheese and chopped cilantro to the bowl and gently fold together.
  7. Let the salad rest for 10 minutes at room temperature to allow flavors to meld. Optionally refrigerate for up to an hour before serving.
  8. Before serving, taste and adjust seasoning with extra salt, pepper, or lime juice if needed. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Notes

If salad is dry, add a splash of olive oil or more mayonnaise. Adjust chipotle peppers to control heat. Letting salad rest enhances flavor melding. Use frozen corn if fresh is unavailable, sauté or char to mimic grilled flavor. For dairy-free, omit cotija or use vegan cheese.

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Keywords: Mexican street corn salad, grilled corn salad, cotija cheese, chipotle lime dressing, summer salad, BBQ side dish, easy corn salad

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