Description
A colorful and flavorful Mexican Street Corn Salad featuring grilled corn, cherry tomatoes, and a creamy feta dressing, perfect for summer gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 ears of corn, husked and ready to grill
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup red onion, diced
- 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Grill the corn on medium heat for about 10 minutes, turning occasionally until char marks develop.
- Cool the corn slightly, then cut the kernels off the cob into a large mixing bowl.
- Combine the halved cherry tomatoes, diced red onion, chopped cilantro, and crumbled feta cheese with the corn.
- Make the dressing in a separate small bowl by whisking together mayonnaise, lime juice, chili powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Mix the dressing into the salad mixture and toss gently to ensure even coating.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature for picnics or dinner parties.
Notes
For added flavor, grill some extra ears of corn to enjoy while you prepare the salad. Make-ahead tips recommend adding the dressing just before serving to maintain freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 25mg