Description
Experience the delightful taste of summer with this Mexican Street Corn Recipe, also known as elote. This vibrant dish features sweet, charred corn coated in a creamy, zesty sauce that’s perfect for any occasion—from backyard barbecues to casual weeknight dinners. With its combination of fresh ingredients like lime juice and cilantro, every bite is bursting with flavor. Easy to prepare in just 25 minutes, this recipe is sure to be a hit among family and friends. Enjoy it as a side dish or transform it into an appetizer by cutting the corn into smaller portions. Get ready to impress your guests with this delicious and visually appealing dish!
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 ears sweet corn
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1–2 tablespoons lime juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
- 1–2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 cup red onion, chopped
- Olive oil for drizzling
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix mayonnaise, feta cheese, lime juice, cilantro, garlic, chili powder, and kosher salt until smooth.
- Preheat your grill to 450°F and clean the grates.
- Drizzle corn with olive oil and massage it in; sprinkle lightly with kosher salt.
- Grill corn for 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally until charred.
- Brush the creamy sauce generously over the grilled corn.
- Top with extra feta cheese, cilantro, red onion, and optional cotija cheese.
- Serve immediately or cut into smaller pieces for sharing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ear of corn (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg