This vibrant Elote Corn Salad combines grilled corn with fresh ingredients for a deliciously creamy and zesty dish.
Ingredients
Vegetables
8earscorn, husks removed
1/2cupdiced red onion
2tablespoonsunsalted butter
1/2cupsour cream
2tablespoonsfresh lime juice
1/2teaspoonsmoked paprika
3/4teaspooncumin
1/2cupcilantro, chopped
2tablespoonschopped fresh chives
1/2cupcrumbled cotija cheese
Instructions
Grill the corn and slice off the kernels.
In a large bowl, combine warm corn kernels and diced onion, then stir in butter, sour cream, lime juice, smoked paprika, cumin, cilantro, and Cotija cheese.
Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately.
Notes
For a smoky flavor, consider charring the corn in a skillet before adding it to the salad.