Mexican Street Corn Salad (Esquites)

Esquites takes everything people love about Mexican street corn and brings it into a bowl. Sweet corn, creamy dressing, citrus, and a little heat come together fast, with big flavor and no fuss. It’s bright, comforting, and meant to be shared perfect alongside tacos or enjoyed on its own.

This is Let’s Veg cooking with personality and ease.

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Mexican Street Corn Salad (Esquites)

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Mexican street corn salad (esquites) made with sweet corn, lime, and creamy dressing. A bold, easy Let’s Veg recipe perfect for sides or tacos.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 10 minutes mins

Total Time 20 minutes mins

Servings: 4

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: Mexican

Calories: 243

Ingredients Equipment Cooking Instructions Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

  

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• 4 cups corn kernels fresh, frozen, or canned and drained
• 1 tbsp olive oil or butter
• ¼ cup mayonnaise or vegan mayo
• 2 tbsp sour cream or plant-based yogurt
• 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
• ½ tsp chili powder
• ¼ tsp smoked paprika optional
• Salt to taste
• Toppings
• ¼ cup crumbled cotija cheese or feta
• 2 tbsp fresh cilantro chopped
• Extra lime wedges optional

Equipment

Salad Bowl Set

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Cooking Instructions

 

1. Heat olive oil or butter in a skillet over medium-high heat.
2. Add corn and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until lightly charred.
3. Transfer corn to a bowl and let cool slightly.
4. Stir in mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, chili powder, smoked paprika, and salt.
5. Mix until well combined.
6. Top with cotija cheese and cilantro.
7. Serve warm or at room temperature with extra lime if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 243kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 4gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 17mgSodium: 454mgPotassium: 236mgFiber: 3gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 357IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 14mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use grilled corn for deeper flavor

Adjust chili powder to taste

Make it vegan with plant-based mayo and cheese

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